More than 20 people sought at Grand Canyon (USA) after sudden flood

SAPO Notícias30 August 2026 at 23:38

More than 20 people are being sought at Grand Canyon National Park, in the western United States, after a sudden flood hit the area on Saturday.

The park administration announced that search operations are underway to locate the missing people.

The incident occurred over the weekend and involved a flash flood that affected the region.

The authorities continue to coordinate rescue efforts to find the missing.

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