Two fatalities in BASE jumping accident in Utah canyon

A BASE jumping accident in a canyon in Utah resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including Andy Lewis, an extreme athlete known for his performances with Madonna during the 2012 Super Bowl. The Grand County sheriff's office confirmed the incident occurred at Mineral Bottom, a remote area near the Utah-Colorado border. Emergency responders were dispatched after reports of injuries related to a BASE jumping attempt. Lewis and another unidentified 50-year-old man were pronounced dead at the scene. Lewis was recognized for his skills in BASE jumping, slacklining, and tricklining, and he had gained fame for his appearance in the Super Bowl halftime show. The sheriff's office has not provided further details about the circumstances of the accident. BASE jumping is considered significantly more dangerous than skydiving, with an estimated five to eight times higher risk of injury or death. Lewis owned BASE Jump Moab, a business offering tandem jumps, which involve harnessing an inexperienced customer to a guide. The risks associated with tandem jumps are debated within the BASE jumping community.