{
  "id": 4551587,
  "title": "Grand Canyon flood: 15 people ‘missing’, dozens evacuated, heavy rainfall today may cause ‘additional flash flooding’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/grand-canyon-flood-15-people-missing-dozens-evacuated-heavy-rainfall",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T02:23:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
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    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/grand-canyon-flood-arizona-missing-dead-dozens-evacuated-heavy-rainfall-today-may-cause-additional-flash-flooding-11788141218463.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "About 15 people may be missing after a flash flood in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, according to the National Park Service. Dozens of people were evacuated as the intense rain caused the Colorado River to swell with debris and large boulders. The floods struck Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch on Saturday, August 29, forcing park officials to work with Arizona authorities to rescue people and locate the missing. The park service emphasized that there were no fatalities or injuries, but 62 individuals had been evacuated by early Sunday morning. The park warned that additional heavy rains could cause further flash flooding and potential damage to the infrastructure, including the only water pipeline serving tourists and residents. As of Sunday morning, no overnight accommodations at lodges and hotels within the park would be allowed due to water supply issues, and some overnight stays would be restricted for year-round residents. The park service is working with local authorities to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the area.",
  "summary": "A flash flood occurred in Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona, USA, on Saturday, affecting the Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area. The National Park Service reported that approximately 15 people are missing or unaccounted for.\n\nThe flood was caused by heavy rainfall on the Kaibab Plateau, with 1 to 2.5 centimetres of rain falling within 30 minutes in an area with a steep drop in elevation. This caused a torrent of water that ripped through the area, wiping out footbridges and significantly altering the landscape.\n\nAs of Sunday morning, 62 people had been evacuated, and others were scheduled to be evacuated. The National Park Service is working with Arizona authorities to continue evacuations and account for missing individuals. The park service warned of heavy rainfall and possibly \"additional flash flooding\" on Monday.",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Guardian US",
        "title": "At least 15 people may be missing after flash flood in Arizona’s Grand Canyon",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/at-least-15-people-may-be-missing-after-flash-flood-in-arizonas-grand",
        "published": "2026-08-31T00:01:41.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Tempo.co English",
        "title": "Grand Canyon Flash Flood Leaves 15 Missing, 60 Evacuated",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/grand-canyon-flash-flood-leaves-15-missing-60-evacuated",
        "published": "2026-08-31T01:18:22.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Le Monde English",
        "title": "At least 15 people missing after Grand Canyon flash flood",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/at-least-15-people-missing-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood",
        "published": "2026-08-31T01:29:01.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "One dead, 15 missing after flash flood in Grand Canyon National Park in US, dozens evacuated",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/one-dead-15-missing-after-flash-flood-in-grand-canyon-national-park",
        "published": "2026-08-31T02:10:05.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Times of India",
        "title": "Video: Powerful flash flood ravages Grand Canyon; 20 missing, 60 evacuated",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/video-powerful-flash-flood-ravages-grand-canyon-20-missing-60",
        "published": "2026-08-31T02:47:23.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Vibes",
        "title": "Flash flooding hits Grand Canyon, leaves 15 missing as 62 rescued",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/flash-flooding-hits-grand-canyon-leaves-15-missing-as-62-rescued",
        "published": "2026-08-31T04:02:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "About 15 people missing after Grand Canyon flash flood",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/about-15-people-missing-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood",
        "published": "2026-08-31T04:02:27.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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