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Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 20 missing, dozens evacuated

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A severe flash flood in the Grand Canyon has resulted in at least 20 people missing and dozens evacuated. The floodwaters in Bright Angel Creek, which feeds into the Colorado River, caused significant damage, including the destruction of footbridges and alteration of the landscape. Popular tourist areas and recreational activities, such as rafting trips on the Colorado River, have been temporarily halted as authorities assess the situation and search for the missing individuals. AI

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Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 20 missing, dozens evacuated

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agencies ·

    At least 20 missing, dozens evacuated from Grand Canyon after flash flood hits creek

    More than 20 people may be missing after a major flash flood at the Grand Canyon, the US National Park Service said on Sunday. The flood forced the evacuation of dozens of people and swept large boulders, metal structures and other debris into the Colorado River that runs through…

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