An Arizona woman fell to her death Friday at Grand Canyon National Park as she attempted to take photographs, park officials said.
Maria A. Salgado Lopez, 59, of Scottsdale, was hiking off-trail when she fell off the edge of Mather Point, park officials said in a news release.
Rangers received a call about 12:35 p.m. When they arrived, rangers found Lopez about 100 feet below the rim, KNXV reported.
Grand Canyon hiker falls to her death trying to take photos, park says. https://t.co/yEM5ZgFaix
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An investigation is being conducted by the National Park Service and the Coconino County Medical Examiner’s Office, KTVK reported. No additional information was available.
In its release, park officials reminded visitors to follow safety guidelines.
“Grand Canyon National Park staff encourage all visitors to have a safe visit this holiday weekend by staying on designated trails and walkways, always keeping a safe distance from the edge of the rim, and staying behind railings and fences at overlooks,” the park said in its release.
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