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1 dead and about 15 people may be missing as flash flood tears through the Grand Canyon
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Maria Aguilar Prieto, Tyler Ory, Mounira Elsamra and Sarah Dewberry , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 31, 2026
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Key points A 46-year-old man's body was found near Crystal Rapids along the Colorado River. A flash flood has resulted in one death and approximately 15 people possibly missing.
A flash flood has resulted in one death and approximately 15 people possibly missing. A 46-year-old man's body was found near Crystal Rapids along the Colorado River. The flood destroyed footbridges and led to the evacuation of many hikers and campers.
The park service initially estimated around 20 people were missing or unaccounted for, but this number has been revised. The flooding also damaged a water pipeline, which will limit visitor activities due to restricted water resources.
Further details about the incident and its impact on the area are available from park officials. The limited water supply is expected to affect visitor activity, particularly with a holiday weekend approaching.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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