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August 14, 2024

Lightning strike at Arizona's Horseshoe Bend injures 2 tourists, National Park Service says

Two tourists have been injured after being struck by lightning at the Horseshoe Bend in Arizona's Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, officials say.

August 14, 2024

End-of-summer outdoor gear clearance: where to get your favorites before they’re gone

Popular brands like Coleman, Columbia and Mountain Warehouse are on sale during these end-of-season clearance events.

August 13, 2024

California man dies of heat exposure after crashing car off embankment in Death Valley National Park

A man died of extreme heat exposure in California's Death Valley National Park earlier this month after crashing his car off a steep embankment.

August 13, 2024

Man dies after driving off embankment at Death Valley National Park in 119-degree heat

The National Park Services say a man died from heat exposure in Death Valley National Park after he drove his car off a 20-foot embankment. (FOX 11)

August 13, 2024

Black bear attacks child, 3, at campground near Yellowstone National Park

A 3-year-old girl has been mauled by a bear while inside her tent at a campground in Montana near Yellowstone National Park, officials say.

August 13, 2024

As black bear encounters increase in America, avoid serious danger by being 'bear aware'

Black bear spottings are rising in 18 states — but why? Experts revealed what's causing them to visit unusual spots and what to do if you encounter one.

August 12, 2024

American Airlines flight attendants injured during turbulence on Florida flight

Unexpected turbulence eon an American Airlines flight hospitalized four flight attendants, the airline said this week.

August 12, 2024

Is this new electric unicycle a sidewalk terror or misunderstood machine?

Electric unicycles like the InMotion E20 can be unstable and pose risks to pedestrians. Here's what tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson has learned.

August 11, 2024

Idaho hiker, 89, vanishes after setting off on trail over a week ago

Bing Olbum, 89, was last seen setting off on his trek along the Hunter Creek Trailhead in Salmon-Challis National Forest on Aug. 1, officials said.

August 10, 2024

Large geological feature known as the 'Double Arch' and the 'Toilet Bowl' collapses in southern Utah

National Park Service officials said a popular geological feature in Utah known as the 'Hole in the Roof,' the 'Toilet Bowl' and the 'Double Arch' has collapsed.