Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 2 dead, others missing

Search and rescue crews in the Grand Canyon recovered two bodies following weekend flash floods, with over a dozen others still missing. Lodges and hotels closed as rain and flooding continued. Ali Rogin reports on the incident.

A 46-year-old man was among the deceased, though no further details were provided. Bright Angel Creek saw 1.24 inches of rain in just three hours, according to the National Weather Service. El Nino's atmospheric moisture may have exacerbated the flooding, intensified by climate change.

Over 60 people were evacuated by helicopter, including Scott Svedin and Erica Viola, who recounted their harrowing experience. The pair managed to flee to higher ground before a massive wall of water swept through the campground. The National Park Service notes the area typically receives minimal rainfall, but monsoon season heightens the threat of flash floods.

David Gregory, a backpacker, captured video of the flood's aftermath as he was airlifted to safety. The Grand Canyon now faces emergency water restrictions, with 40 percent of the water pipeline damaged or destroyed. A $208 million project to repair and upgrade the system was underway, aiming for completion next year. Search and rescue efforts persist as additional rain is forecast for the day.