Record flooding and mudslides force closure of Yellowstone national park

The entire park, spanning parts of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, will remain closed to visitors as officials assess damage to roads and bridges

Record flooding and rockslides following a burst of heavy rains prompted the rare closure on Monday of all five entrances to Yellowstone national park at the start of the summer tourist season, the park superintendent said.

The entire park, spanning parts of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, will remain closed to visitors, including those with lodging and camping reservations, at least through Wednesday, as officials assess damage to roads, bridges and other facilities.

Continue reading…

(SOURCE) https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jun/13/yellowstone-national-park-closure-flooding-mudslides

Share:


Related Posts

Biden- Harris Administration Announces $150 Million for States to Train Residential Energy Efficiency Contractors Through Investing in America

Biden- Harris Administration Announces $150 Million for States to Train Residential Energy Efficiency...

Former Australian chief scientist to head review of carbon credit scheme after whistleblower revelations

Climate change minister to announce Prof Ian Chubb will lead six-month probe of...

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Add Comment *

Name *

Email *

Website