Grand Canyon National Park Canada

 

Canadian hiker dies on Grand Canyon Trail after hiking to Colorado River

A Canadian woman died while hiking on a trail in Grand Canyon National Park, officials said. 

Melanie Goodine, a 41-year-old woman in Ottawa, Ontario, and who made the hike on the Bright Angel trail, which is above the Three-Mile Resthouse, June 2, when the Grand Canyon's regional communications center has received information that a "hiker in distress," the National Park Service said. Goodine had hiked out of the canyon after hiking to the Colorado River earlier in the day.

After the park officials were informed of Goodine's condition, "she became insensitive, and passers-by began cardiopulmonary resuscitation."Search and rescue personnel intervened at the scene and tried to resuscitate Goodine, but the attempts failed and she died. 

Goodine left the canyon after a hike to the Colorado River earlier in the day.

An investigation into the incident is currently being conducted by the NPS in consultation with the Coconino County Coroner.

"Before heading down the trail, hikers are urged to read the hiking tips page and visit the backcountry updates and closures page for up-to-date information on the conditions of the inner canyon," the statement said.

"All visitors to the Grand Canyon should take care to drink plenty of fluids, rest in the shade during the heat of the day, watch for signs of distress among fellow travelers, and dress appropriately for the weather, which includes light and loose clothing."