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11 visitors trapped as dangerous flash flooding tears through iconic national park
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points The incident occurred at Bryce Canyon National Park. Flash flooding has stranded visitors at a national park.
Flash flooding has stranded visitors at a national park. Heavy rain swept through the area, causing the flooding. Eleven visitors became trapped as a result.
The incident occurred at Bryce Canyon National Park. Further details about the situation are available from the source.
The park is located in Utah, where the heavy rain led to the flash flooding that stranded the visitors.
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Published: August 26, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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