About 70 ultramarathon runners in Utah evacuated after being stranded by flooding
Summary
About 70 runners in Utah’s Moab 240 ultramarathon were rescued after being stuck by flooding from Tropical Storm Rachel. The race was canceled because of dangerous weather, including strong winds, cold temperatures, and heavy rain.Key Facts
- The Moab 240 ultramarathon took place in Utah.
- Around 70 runners were stranded due to flooding caused by Tropical Storm Rachel.
- All runners were safely evacuated and accounted for.
- The race was canceled because the weather was too dangerous to continue.
- The weather included falling trees, strong winds, cold temperatures, and heavy rain.
- Local sheriff’s office helped with the rescue and transportation of runners.
- Tropical Storm Rachel also caused flash flood warnings in parts of southern California and northern Mexico.
- Flood watches remained in effect across much of Utah after the storm moved through.
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