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Grand Canyon Flash Floods Trap Hikers
1 Sep
Summary
- Two people died, including a Texas man, in Grand Canyon flash floods.
- Approximately 15 people remain missing after weekend floods.
- Heavy rains destroyed footbridges and hampered rescue operations.
At least two individuals, including Dr. John Giusti, a chiropractor from Granbury, Texas, have died as a result of flash floods that inundated parts of the Grand Canyon over the past weekend. Approximately 15 people are believed to still be missing following the severe weather event. Families of the missing are expressing gratitude for the ongoing search-and-rescue operations.
The floods were triggered by extremely heavy rainfall, with the Grand Canyon experiencing nearly half a year's worth of rain in just two days. This deluge destroyed nearly all footbridges spanning Bright Angel Creek, severely limiting access and complicating rescue missions. Persistent heavy rains on Monday further hindered efforts, preventing aerial rescues by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
