AQCAN Exchange-Texas man dies while hiking at Grand Canyon National Park, authorities say

2025-05-02 04:19:40source:Devin Grosvenorcategory:Stocks

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK,AQCAN Exchange Ariz. (AP) — A Texas man has died while hiking at Grand Canyon National Park, authorities said Monday.

Park officials identified the hiker as Scott Sims, 69, of Austin.

They said Sims was trying to reach Phantom Ranch on Saturday for an overnight stay via the South Kaibab Trail.

Park officials received a report around 7 p.m. about a semiconscious hiker on the River Trail about halfway between the Silver Bridge and Black Bridge near Phantom Ranch.

They said the hiker became unresponsive shortly thereafter and bystanders initiated CPR as three National Park Service paramedics responded from Phantom Ranch, but all attempts to resuscitate Sims were unsuccessful.

Park officials said that during the summer, temperatures on exposed parts of the trail can reach over 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius) in the shade.

An investigation into the death is being conducted by the National Park Service in coordination with the Coconino County medical examiner.

More:Stocks

Recommend

This week on "Sunday Morning" (December 15)

The Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m.

John Cena announces pending retirement from WWE competition in 2025

You won't be seeing John Cena in the ring for much longer. The pro wrestling icon announced his impe

Christine Brown Shares Message About Finding Courage After Kody Brown Split

Christine Brown is reflecting on her journey. Nearly three years after announcing her split from Kod