canyon
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We’d set the GPS to lead us to Valagil, a narrow waterfall forcing its way through a tight canyon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
“Know the risks where you live,” particularly if you are near a hillside, canyon, recent burn area or an area that can flood, she said, and make an evacuation plan.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
The outdoor space boasts yet another fireplace along with sweeping city and canyon views, according to the listing.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 21, 2026
It asked anyone who knew of hikers or backpackers who were in the inner canyon along the Bright Angel Creek corridor on Saturday to get in touch.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
The sun was not up past the rim of the canyon behind our house, but it was already sweltering hot.
From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith
“When you remove the vegetation, the water can run and run down into the lowest areas of the canyons much more quickly.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2026
“Raging killer currents will be possible in side canyons and narrow slot canyons. Low-water crossings may be flooded.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
You’ll see him at the ticker-tape parade in the urban canyons of the financial district on Thursday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
Police said the helicopter was operated by Airborne Aviation, a company whose website advertises "a doors-off thrill seekers adventure tour" of the picturesque island's waterfalls, canyons, and beaches.
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2026
Miranda, one of the moons belonging to Uranus, features a patchwork of ridges and cliffs, grooved structures called coronae, and massive canyons up to twelve times deeper than the Grand Canyon.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
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