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A man named Ander Polanco died after his vehicle was found submerged in water at Vista Del Camino Park in Scottsdale during storms. Rescue efforts were delayed due to swift water conditions, and his body was discovered after levels lowered. An investigation is ongoing.
Heavy flooding near the southern rim of the Grand Canyon has prompted calls for shelter in place and the deployment of swift water rescue teams. The area received 2 to 3 inches of rain in a short time, causing floodwater up to 3 feet high in the town of Tusayan and State Route 64, the south entrance to the national park. State Route 64 is closed, and residents are advised against unnecessary travel to and from the South Rim. Emergency notifications have been issued, and efforts are underway to coordinate an urgent response, ensure public safety, and provide emergency shelters if needed.
First responders are patrolling the Sacramento and American Rivers for Memorial Day weekend due to high, fast waters. The water is running unusually fast, and river warning signs are posted. Large tree limbs are a hidden danger in the water. First responders urge people to stay out of the water, especially those with little experience. The patrols will be out from noon until dusk.
Crews responded to a call reporting a person stuck in Douglas Creek in Colorado Springs. After hours of searching, a body was found among rocks in the stream. The cause of death is unclear, but the Colorado Springs Fire Department warns that heavy rain can lead to dangerous conditions in local creeks and waterways, with debris such as shopping carts and tree limbs posing a risk to individuals.
The Colorado Springs Fire Department responded to a swift water rescue operation in the 4000 block of Star View. It is unclear if a possible victim has been located. The situation is still developing.