Flooding in Yellowstone area wipes out bridges, houses, and roads
Yellowstone National Park is closed through at least Wednesday after dangerous flooding conditions swept through the area, leaving a number of of tourists and residents stranded.
The park announced Monday afternoon that all entrances were closed to visitors thanks to "record flooding events" and a less-than-ideal forecast. Rivers in the area have swelled to unprecedented levels, per the National Weather Service, and officials are still working through park evacuations.
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