One person has died and over 50 others have been injured in a bus rollover accident at the Grand Canyon in Arizona. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning at Grand Canyon West, according to local emergency officials. A total of 57 people were involved in the crash.
Hualapai Emergency Operations stated in a news release that eight individuals were flown to nearby hospitals, while those with noncritical injuries were transported by ground transportation.
The rollover occurred within the Grand Canyon Resort Corp Circle in Terminal 1. Grand Canyon West is located within the Hualapai Reservation at the canyon’s western rim.
The Hualapai Nation Police Department and Arizona Department of Public Safety are currently investigating the incident. CNN has reached out to the police department for further information.
This tragic accident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety when traveling and visiting popular tourist destinations like the Grand Canyon. Authorities are urging visitors to follow all safety guidelines and precautions to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.