Tragic Death of Woman Hiking Grand Canyon in Extreme Heat
TL;DR
A 57-year-old woman died while hiking in the Grand Canyon National Park after suffering from heat-related issues. She was attempting an eight-mile hike in a remote area of the park when she became unconscious. Park rangers strongly advise against hiking in extreme heat, as temperatures can reach over 120°F (49 °C) in exposed parts of the trail.
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