7th March 2008

BBC NEWS | In Pictures | In pictures: Grand Canyon flooded

Environmental scientists are beginning to realize the rehabilitative nature of natural events such as forest fires and flooding on neighboring ecosystems.  In an attempt to revive the local flora and fauna, the grand canyon is being flooded to introduce water and sediment to the area.  

BBC NEWS | In Pictures | In pictures: Grand Canyon flooded Environmental scientists are beginning to realize the rehabilitative nature of natural events such as forest fires and flooding on neighboring ecosystems.  In an attempt to revive the local flora and fauna, the grand canyon is being flooded to introduce water and sediment to the area.