A hiker died from a heat-related illness on Monday in the Grand Canyon National Park where temperatures hit triple digits. Park officials told The Associated Press that at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, a ranger was alerted about a distressed day hiker in the Tuweep area of the park — known not only for its volcanic beauty but its “solitude,” per the park’s website. At 1 a.m. on Monday, the 57-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, with the cause of death expected to be from a heat-related illness, reported USA Today.
At Grand Canyon National Park, a 57-year-old woman lost her life during an eight-mile hike. The scorching temperatures, exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit, proved fatal. An investigation is underway. Park officials urge caution due to the excessive heat warning in effect.