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Severe flash flooding at Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, resulted in the deaths of at least two individuals following a thunderstorm that unleashed approximately one inch of rainfall within 30 minutes. Authorities evacuated around 80 individuals from the Bright Angel Creek region and are actively searching for at least one person who remains unaccounted for. The flooding has obliterated nearly all footbridges in the vicinity and inflicted damage on roughly 40% of the Transcanyon Waterline, an essential 12.5-mile water supply infrastructure. Officials estimate that recovery efforts might extend beyond six months. This incident underscores the increasing dangers posed by flooding, wildfires, and drought conditions in the Southwestern United States.

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00:00Flash floods have struck Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park.
00:03At least two people were killed after powerful thunderstorms hit the area.
00:07About one inch of rain fell in just 30 minutes.
00:10Floodwaters rushed through Bright Angel Creek, carrying mud and debris.
00:14Around 80 people were evacuated from the area.
00:17One person remains missing as search efforts continue.
00:20The flooding destroyed nearly all footbridges near Bright Angel Creek.
00:24It also damaged about 40% of the Trans Canyon waterline.
00:27Officials say repairs could take more than six months.
00:31The area was already vulnerable after last year's major wildfire.
00:35Drought, extreme heat and flooding now pose growing risks across the southwest.
00:39The park remains open, but several trails were washed out.
00:43Overnight hotel stays were also suspended inside the park.
00:46Campground spigot access was turned off on the south rim.
00:50Officials are continuing rescue and recovery operations.
00:53More storms could further complicate the recovery effort.
00:56Disclosure, this video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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