A water treatment facility at the North Rim had been compromised by the fire, causing chlorine gas to fall towards the bottom of the canyon.

When you think of the Grand Canyon, your mind likely conjures visions of sweeping views, sunrise-painted cliffs, and a sense of timeless serenity. What you don’t think about (what you shouldn’t have ...

Wildfires are still burning on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, which has now been closed to visitors for the remainder of 2025.