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'It was a beautiful day, then people started screaming and running'
Slovenia🏛️ PoliticsCenter3 hr. ago

'It was a beautiful day, then people started screaming and running'

In July 2024, heavy rains caused flash floods in the Grand Canyon's Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area, trapping approximately 15 people. Rescue teams used helicopters to safely evacuate 62 individuals, with ongoing evacuations continuing. One survivor, Nikki Baggs, described the sudden disaster: after a pleasant day, people began screaming and fleeing as water rapidly rose. Despite attempts to move to higher ground, they were repeatedly told to retreat further up the canyon. They eventually waited for several hours before being evacuated around 9:30 PM local time. The National Park Service reported significant damage, including destroyed hiking bridges, and warned of potential new storms. The Grand Canyon, one of America's most visited national parks, sees about five million visitors annually, with the Bright Angel Trail being a popular hiking route.

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24ur (POP TV) logo24ur (POP TV)IndependentCenter3 hr. ago
'It was a beautiful day, then people started screaming and running'

In July 2024, heavy rains caused flash floods in the Grand Canyon's Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area, trapping approximately 15 people. Rescue teams used helicopters to safely evacuate 62 individuals, with ongoing evacuations continuing. One survivor, Nikki Baggs, described the sudden disaster: after a pleasant day, people began screaming and fleeing as water rapidly rose. Despite attempts to move to higher ground, they were repeatedly told to retreat further up the canyon. They eventually waited for several hours before being evacuated around 9:30 PM local time. The National Park Service reported significant damage, including destroyed hiking bridges, and warned of potential new storms. The Grand Canyon, one of America's most visited national parks, sees about five million visitors annually, with the Bright Angel Trail being a popular hiking route.

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