<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Search-and-rescue efforts following flash floods in Grand Canyon National Park are ongoing as of Monday, with forecasts of additional rain and thunderstorms expected to hinder the emergency response.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The flooding began on Saturday after rain overflowed Bright Angel Creek, leading to the destruction of all footbridges along the creek. More than 60 hikers and campers were stranded but were evacuated safely by helicopter.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to the National Park Service, four waves of rainfall over two creek drainages resulted in flash flooding. The National Weather Service reported that approximately half an inch to an inch of rainfall occurred within a half-hour period.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As of Monday, the bodies of at least two individuals have been recovered, including an unidentified 46-year-old man. Details about the second body have not been disclosed, and another 15 people remain missing.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Grand Canyon NPS office estimated that about 40% of the Transcanyon Waterline was either damaged or destroyed due to the flooding. The office also cautioned about the potential impact of forecasted inclement weather on local search-and-rescue operations.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Many areas of the national park, including Phantom Ranch and Bright Angel Campground, are closed to the public until conditions improve.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The lower edge of Grand Canyon National Park near the Colorado River was primarily impacted by the flash floods due to its lower elevation.</p>
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Recovery efforts are being coordinated by the Grand Canyon NPS staff in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Public Safety.</p>