ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — The Virgin River Narrows and all slot canyons in Zion National Park are closed because the forecasted rainfall means that there is a risk of flash flooding.

The emergency alert from Zion National Park warns that the Virgin River Narrows and all slot canyons have been closed because there is a forecast of "excessive rainfall" which may lead to runoff or flooding.

The park recommends that visitors monitor local forecasts and pay attention to flash flood warnings. Avoid areas where floods are likely, and have a plan in case you do encounter a flood.

A pair of visitors from Minnesota are already noticing differences in the park due to rainfall, and they are taking the risk of flooding seriously.

"I saw the warnings this morning and I was concerned because

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