A devastating flash flood has left around 15 individuals unaccounted for in the Grand Canyon after surging waters tore through Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area. Authorities confirmed the flooding struck on Saturday, with the National Parks Service issuing an urgent update on the situation. Rescue efforts are underway as park officials assess the damage and search for those potentially affected. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of hikers and visitors in the region.
Approximately 15 people may be missing or unaccounted for after a significant flash flood occurred in the Grand Canyon, the National Parks Service (NPS) said Sunday. The flood ripped through Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area on Saturday, the Grand Canyon National Park’s communications office said in a release. The Bright Angel Trail...