A beloved Texas chiropractor, Dr. John Giusti, and his hiking group are among approximately 15 individuals feared missing or unaccounted for following a catastrophic flash flood that surged through the Grand Canyon’s Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area on August 29th. Giusti’s wife shared a public plea for prayers, confirming his group is among those swept away by the powerful, fast-moving waters that destroyed critical infrastructure, including nearly all footbridges across Bright Angel Creek, and forced the closure of Phantom Ranch and associated campgrounds. National Park Service search-and-rescue teams have been conducting extensive ground and aerial operations, while the Coconino County Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed recovery operations for one individual near Crystal Rapids, though no connection to the larger group has been officially stated. The devastating flood event, which began around 2:30 p.m. on August 29th, has left families anxiously awaiting news, with authorities urging anyone with information about hikers or backpackers in the Bright Angel Creek corridor on that day to contact the NPS Investigative Services Branch Tip Line.
Adapted from: U.S. News Today on Fox News
