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Moab 240 Runners Rescued from Flooding Storm
12 Oct
Summary
- Seventy runners were evacuated from the Moab 240 race.
- Flooding from Tropical Storm Rachel caused the emergency.
- The ultramarathon was canceled due to dangerous weather.
Around 70 participants in the Moab 240 ultramarathon faced dangerous conditions and were successfully evacuated on Sunday. The extreme weather stemmed from the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel, which caused significant flooding along the race route. Organizers confirmed all runners were accounted for and safely returned.
Due to the severe weather, which included fallen trees, strong winds, and near-freezing temperatures, the ultramarathon host made the difficult decision to cancel the event. Aid station structures were reportedly blown away, and conditions were expected to worsen. The local sheriff's office collaborated with race officials on the rescue and evacuation efforts, utilizing shuttles and personnel to assist stranded runners.
