Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 1 dead and several missing or unaccounted for, park service says
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — One person died and about 15 people are missing or unaccounted for after a major flash flood at the Grand Canyon forced evacuations, pushed large boulders into the Colorado River and knocked out the sole water pipeline that serves tourists and residents, the National Park Service said Sunday.
TL;DR
- One person died and about 15 people are missing after a flash flood at the Grand Canyon.
- The flood damaged the sole water pipeline serving tourists and residents.
- Overnight stays at lodges and hotels within the park are suspended due to the water shortage.
- Year-round residents are asked to conserve water.
- More than 20 individuals are unaccounted for following the Aug. 29 flash flood.
- Over 60 people were airlifted from the canyon.
- Popular tourist spots like Bright Angel Campground, North Kaibab Trail, and Phantom Ranch remain closed.
- The damaged pipeline is part of a $208 million rehabilitation project expected to be completed next year.