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Flash flood leaves more than 20 hikers unaccounted at Grand Canyon
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Flash flood leaves more than 20 hikers unaccounted at Grand Canyon

A heavy downpour at the Grand Canyon's north rim Saturday destroyed footbridges and created what appeared to be a new river rapid. Dozens of people were evacuated.

Why it mattersFlash floods in narrow canyons are sudden and dangerous. The missing hikers show how fast terrain can change after heavy rain.

AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, but tourists from Australia visit the Grand Canyon, and the closures may affect travel plans.

✓ Claims checked against the source. checked 2 h ago

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