National Park Service

Water and debris is flooded along State Highway 64 through the town of Tusayan on Aug. 22, 2023.

Three feet of water swamped State Route 64 into Grand Canyon National Park prompting emergency officials to call on residents to shelter in place Tuesday night. 

According to Coconino County officials, 2-3 inches of rain surged flood waters east of Tusayan, just south of the entrance into the park. 

Residents were advised to shelter in place. Students attending school in Grand Canyon Village were being sheltered and parents were advised not to try to pick children up until waters receded. 

ADOT closed State Route 64. County and National Park Service officials are meeting to coordinate fast responses. 

The National Park Service has warned travelers to avoid driving to Tusayan.