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- calendar_today October 11, 2026
Flooding Strands Moab 240 Trail Race Participants Near Bridger Jack Mesa
Approximately 70 runners and additional volunteers participating in the Moab 240 Trail Race became isolated near Bridger Jack Mesa on Saturday night due to severe weather conditions. Heavy rainfall led to flooding in the area, cutting off reliable road access for both participants and event staff.
Destination Trail Provides Aid and Shelter
Destination Trail, the organization behind the Moab 240 Trail Race, confirmed in a Facebook statement on Sunday morning that both runners and volunteers were stranded but reassured that they were not without support. Aid supplies were delivered to the aid station near Bridger Jack Mesa before the storm hit the region.
"All runners and volunteers have access to heated tents, hot food, and plenty of drinking water," the statement read. "While everyone at the aid station has shelter and essential supplies, road conditions have made access to the location unreliable at this time."
Evacuation Plans for Runners and Volunteers
By around 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, Destination Trail announced arrangements to safely transport those isolated. Buses were scheduled to collect the stranded runners and volunteers, transporting them to Sun Outdoors Arches Gateway at 1773 North Highway 191. This planned evacuation helps to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone affected by the flooding during the trail race.
Instructions for Family Members and Support Crews
Destination Trail provided specific pickup instructions for family and crew members. They advised people to park at the Aarchway Inn, located at 1551 North Riverview Drive, or at Lions Park at 1850 North Highway 191 to await the runners. The organization estimated that the entire process of returning all stranded individuals to safety could take up to 90 minutes.
Event Context and Ongoing Updates
The Moab 240 Trail Race is known for its challenging terrain and draws trail runners from across the region. This year's event, however, was significantly affected by sudden and severe trail race weather, leading to trail race flooding and complicating logistics for all involved. Despite the conditions, Destination Trail’s preparations—including pre-emptive delivery of supplies and communications—helped maintain the well-being of runners and volunteers.
This story is still developing. Further updates are expected as rescue and evacuation efforts continue. The focus remains on ensuring the safety of the runners, volunteers, and all event staff involved in the Moab trail event.
Source: fox13now.com.
