A woman is currently missing after a flash flood struck Havasu Creek in the Grand Canyon, leaving several hikers stranded. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. local time on Thursday, as confirmed by the National Park Service in a news release.

Rescue efforts were initiated promptly, with the first flight to assist the stranded hikers taking off before 3 p.m. Hikers found themselves stuck above and below the vibrant and iconic Beaver Falls, known for its striking bright blue appearance.

Tragically, during the flooding, Chenoa Nickerson, 33, was swept into the creek, according to park officials. The Havasu Creek connects to the vast Colorado River, and Nickerson is believed to have fallen into the creek approximately a half-mile from its convergence with the 1,450-mile-long river.

Nickerson was accompanied by her husband at the time of the incident, as reported by CBS affiliate AZFamily. However, her husband was successfully rescued by rafters, while Nickerson remains unaccounted for. Search and rescue operations are currently underway, with ongoing efforts by the National Park Service and authorities.

A description of the missing woman has been provided through a missing person poster. Chenoa Nickerson is described as a 5'8" woman weighing approximately 190 pounds, with brown hair, blue eyes, and tattoos.

The Havasupai Tribe, responsible for granting hikers access to the Supai area where the Beaver Falls are located, took to social media to inform the public that the area is closed until Sunday due to the recent flooding. The tribe is also actively working on evacuating the affected hikers.

As the search continues for Chenoa Nickerson, the park officials and authorities are urging anyone with information about her whereabouts to come forward and contact them immediately. The safety and well-being of all hikers in the Grand Canyon remain a top priority during this challenging rescue operation.