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Three Hikers Die in Utah Parks During Extreme Heat

Victims include a father and daughter who got lost in Canyonlands National Park and a woman hiking with her parents in Snow Canyon State Park.

  • Albino Herrera Espinoza and his daughter Beatriz Herrera were found dead after running out of water on the Syncline Loop Trail.
  • Temperatures in Canyonlands National Park exceeded 100 degrees, complicating rescue efforts.
  • In Snow Canyon State Park, Belyruth Ordóñez died while her parents were hospitalized for severe heat exhaustion.
  • Authorities urge hikers to carry ample water and avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours.
  • The tragic incidents highlight the dangers of hiking in extreme heat and the importance of preparation.
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