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Havasupai Tribe set to receive federal aid for severe flood damage

SUPAI, Ariz. (AP) — The Havasupai Tribe will receive emergency federal aid to repair damage. severe and deadly floods This summer.

President Joe Biden on Friday approved a disaster declaration for the Havasupai Nation. The Havasupai Tribe is a reservation at the southwestern edge of Grand Canyon National Park, one of the most remote areas in the continental United States, accessible only by foot, mule, or helicopter.

flash flood In late August, it killed an Arizona woman by pushing her into Havasu Creek above the Colorado River confluence.

rapids too made the hikers scramble Beaver Falls is one of a series of usually turquoise waterfalls that draw tourists from all over the world to this scenic spot.

This area is prone to flooding, so iconic waterfall Chocolate brown color.

Federal aid will help with emergency repairs and could also be used for temporary housing. The Federal Emergency Management Agency said in a news release Friday that it will coordinate recovery efforts in the affected areas.

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