Body of missing Grand Canyon hiker found after flash flooding prompted rescues of more than 100 people
Briefly

"Search and rescue operations began Thursday, when flash flooding swept hiker Chenoa Nickerson, 33, into the park's Havasu Creek, according to the National Park Service."
"A commercial river trip group discovered her body Sunday near mile 176 of the Colorado River, while the park service and the Coconino County medical examiner are conducting an investigation."
"Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs activated the Arizona National Guard to assist with rescue efforts on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, which is surrounded by Grand Canyon National Park, according to KNXV."
"Shruti Chopra... knew rain was in the forecast but said she didn't anticipate it would result in intense flash flooding. It did not even occur to us that we were in danger."
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