The New York Times – Travel:
Canyons, small streams and dry creek beds in the West can be deceptively dangerous, trapping hikers when rainfall upstream causes rapidly rising water.
Category: Grand Canyon (Ariz)
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What to Know About the Grand Canyon Flooding
The New York Times – Travel:
The bodies of at least two people were found and more than a dozen were missing. Further storms could hinder rescue efforts on Monday.
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After Floods, Grand Canyon Opens on a Limited Basis. What to Know.
The New York Times – Travel:
As the search for missing visitors continues, the National Park has shut down hotels and much of its terrain, but visitors can still enter.
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Rafting Through the Grand Canyon on a Depleting Colorado River
The New York Times – Travel:
As water levels on the Colorado River fall to historic lows, a rafting trip through the canyon feels even more precious.
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3 Hikers Die at Grand Canyon Amid ‘Dangerous’ High Temperatures
The New York Times – Travel:
The hikers died at Grand Canyon National Park in separate episodes as temperatures peaked above 100 degrees, the authorities said.
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Hotels on Grand Canyon’s South Rim to Reopen After Water Line Repairs
The New York Times – Travel:
The National Park Service said hotels on the South Rim could again welcome guests starting on Wednesday after repairs to a broken water pipeline.
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Trump’s Birthday Becomes Free National Park Day as MLK Day and Juneteenth Are Cut
The New York Times – Travel:
Visitors will instead get free entry on President Trump’s birthday, which coincides with Flag Day.
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National Park Service Will Close All Grand Canyon Hotels for Water Line Repairs
The New York Times – Travel:
The National Park Service said seven hotels would temporarily close starting on Saturday after “significant breaks” in a crucial 12.5-mile water line.