1 dead and several missing or unaccounted for after Grand Canyon flash flood, park service says
Summary
A flash flood in the Grand Canyon caused one death and left about 15 people missing. The flood also damaged the only water pipeline for the area, forcing evacuations and rescue efforts.Key Facts
- One person, a 46-year-old man, died in the flash flood near Crystal Rapids on the Colorado River.
- Around 15 people are missing or unaccounted for after the flood.
- More than 60 people were rescued by helicopter from the canyon.
- The flood occurred in Bright Angel Creek, which flows into the Colorado River.
- Large boulders were pushed into the Colorado River by the floodwaters.
- The flood damaged the only water pipeline used by tourists and local residents.
- The National Park Service and Arizona Department of Public Safety are involved in evacuations and rescue efforts.
- Officials ask anyone with information about missing hikers or campers to contact park authorities.
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