LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – The National Park services are responding to an active rescue of over 20 students.
According to officials, 28 hikers, three adults and 25 children with special needs were hiking in the area.
Officials announced a temporary closure of the Arizona Hot Springs and Goldstrike Trails due to extreme heat.
Temperatures are expected to exceed 100°F.
Rangers have observed that hikers are not yet acclimated or adequately preparing for the extreme conditions.
Officials report on April 9 a fatality occured due to the dangerously high temperatures. Rangers have conducted multiple heat-related rescues. Some were were evacuated by helicopter.
NPS says the closure is expected to last for the next few days. Officials say if temperatures drop they will temporarily re-open the trail before officially closing for summer during their most hazardous conditions.
Visitors are asked to plan ahead and check the trail status.
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