United States.- Search and rescue efforts continue this Monday at the Grand Canyon, in Arizona, after a flash flood left at least two dead, about 15 people believed to be missing, and more than 60 evacuated, the National Park Service (NPS) reported.
The body of a 46-year-old man was recovered Sunday night near Crystal Rapids on the Colorado River, as NPS and Arizona Department of Public Safety teams continue to search for hikers and others who may be in the affected areas.
Authorities later confirmed to local media that another body was recovered, without giving further details on where it was found or the victim’s information.
The flood occurred on Saturday afternoon in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area. The waters swept large rocks and debris into the Colorado River, destroyed almost all of the footbridges over Bright Angel Creek, and caused significant damage to the park’s infrastructure.
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Authorities are keeping Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Campground, and part of the North Kaibab trail closed, while warning of further rain and storms that could cause more flash floods in the area.
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The storm also damaged the main pipeline that supplies water to the park, so consumption restrictions have been imposed and overnight stays within the Grand Canyon have been suspended.
Grand Canyon National Park ranks fourth among the most visited national parks in the United States, with more than 4.4 million recreational visits in 2025.
