Five family members found dead after flash flood in Utah canyon, police say
Summary
Five members of a family died after a sudden flash flood hit a canyon in southern Utah while they were hiking. The victims included Captain Spencer Long of the Provo fire department, his wife, and their three sons; their daughter, who was not with them, survived.Key Facts
- The incident happened on Friday in a red rock canyon near Bicknell, Utah.
- Heavy rains caused the flash flood that swept through the area.
- The victims were a fire captain, his wife, and their three sons.
- The family had arrived at Sunglow campground for a day hike.
- The daughter's survival was confirmed; she was not with the group during the flood.
- Bodies were found between Friday night and Saturday.
- Provo Fire Department confirmed the identity of the victims on social media.
- The wife co-founded a medical spa, and a fundraiser was created to support the surviving daughter.
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