Dozens Evacuated After Flash Flood Hits Grand Canyon
Dozens Evacuated After Flash Flood Hits Grand Canyon
US · Published Aug 31, 2026
A major flash flood occurred in the Grand Canyon on Saturday, affecting Bright Angel Creek and the Colorado River.
The National Park Service (NPS) reported that over 60 people were evacuated from Phantom Ranch and surrounding areas, with more evacuations planned.

Impact & Risks

The flash flood has caused significant disruption, with over 60 people evacuated and 20 individuals still missing. The destruction of footbridges and the closure of the Colorado River have halted hiking and rafting activities, impacting tourism and local operations. The altered landscape and debris flows pose ongoing risks to safety and infrastructure. Additional rainfall and thunderstorms forecasted through Monday could exacerbate the situation, increasing the likelihood of further flooding and debris flows.

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