Tragedy on Utah's Flooded Trails A devastating flash flood swept through southern Utah over the weekend, claiming the lives of five members of one family: Captain Spencer Long, his wife Katrina, and their three sons.
The tragedy has left a community reeling and raised uncomfortable questions about the allure of adventure and the risks we take for it.
Utah's rugged terrain has long been a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts, but with this appeal comes the very real danger of flash flooding – a phenomenon that can turn tranquil streams into deadly torrents.