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Editor's note: This story has been updated to reflect corrected information about the nature of the photo taken before the woman fell. Fir

A woman died at Eagle Falls near Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay on Friday after taking a photo, losing her footing and falling.

That's according to the North Tahoe Fire Protection District in a post published on Facebook Friday evening. The woman's identity was not made available Friday evening.

"Crews from the Tahoe Truckee Regional Rescue Team responded to Eagle Falls in Emerald Bay to recover the body of a young woman who was taking photos at the falls, lost her footing and went over," the fire department said. "Please avoid the area while emergency personnel complete the investigation.

"This is a sad reminder to be cautious when taking selfies and other photos in dangerous areas. Don't under estimate the power of water falls, rivers, and cold water temperatures."