ST. GEORGE — Grand Canyon National Park is actively engaged in search and rescue operations following a flash flood that struck Havasu Creek on Thursday, Aug. 22.
The flash flood, which occurred shortly before 1:30 p.m., left several hikers stranded in the affected area. Rescue efforts began promptly, with an initial flight taking off before 3 p.m. to assist individuals stranded both below and above Beaver Falls, according to a news release issued by the National Park Service.
Currently, one individual, Chenoa Nickerson, is believed to be missing. Nickerson, 33, from Gilbert, Arizona, was swept into Havasu Creek approximately half a mile above the Colorado River confluence and was not wearing a life jacket. She is described as a 5-foot-8-inch woman, 190 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.
If you have any information regarding this individual, contact the park service’s Tip Line at 888-653-0009. For further updates and information, visit the Grand Canyon National Park website.