Flash Flood — Garfield, Utah

2023-08-25 · near Rubys Inn, Garfield, Utah

Event narrative

A 64-year-old woman was reported overdue from a hike on the Fairyland Loop Trail. A search of the area was conducted, with the woman being found deceased. Details are unclear, but showers and thunderstorms were in the area. A news release from Bryce Canyon National Park stated dry washes had higher flows because of precipitation. Though not conclusive, a medical examiner report stated the cause of death was likely due to drowning.

Wider weather episode

A woman was killed hiking the Fairyland Loop Trail because of flash flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1133677. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.