The National Park Service issued warnings months before a severe flash flood struck the Grand Canyon. This incident occurred on Saturday, highlighting the heightened flood risk following the massive 2025 wildfire.
The wildfire, known as the Dragon Bravo Fire in 2025, has left the North Rim of the Grand Canyon susceptible to flash floods and debris flows. This area includes trails near the burn scar, which are especially at risk.
Officials have consistently cautioned that the remnants of this catastrophic fire could lead to dangerous conditions, such as sudden and destructive water surges, in these affected zones.
Satellite images and reports from NBC News, with contributions from Javier Zarracina and Jiachuan Wu, reflect this ongoing concern.

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