Question

why has the Yakima river been referred to as treacherous​

Answer 1

Yakima River was called treacherous because it was a very deep and swift flowing river. So many people had drowned there. There had been several cases of drowning in the river . It was not considered safe because of its rough water and fast current.

Answer 2

Answer:

The river was treacherous because it is very unsafe to swim in that river. His mother warned him against the same. There are many people who had lost their lives and drowned in it while they were swimming.