'Major' rockfall closes section of Zion National Park

A section of Zion National Park was closed Wednesday afternoon due to a "major" rockfall, according to park officials.

A section of Zion National Park was closed Wednesday afternoon due to a "major" rockfall, according to park officials. (Zion Canyon Visitors Bureau)


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SPRINGDALE, Washington County — A section of Zion National Park was closed Wednesday afternoon due to a "major" rockfall, according to park officials.

The Zion Canyon Visitors Bureau said the rockfall took place on the part of state Route 9 that runs through the park. This area will remain closed until further notice.

Park officials did not report any injuries related to the event.

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