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Grand Canyon flooding leaves about 15 hikers missing after evacuations

Around 15 people are feared missing after flash flooding hit Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch areas on Saturday. The National Park Service has airlifted 62 people out of the Grand Canyon, with no injuries reported so far. Further thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected for Sunday and Monday, which could cause more flooding.

By BriefTea Editorial · 31 August 2026 at 1:22

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