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## Heart-breaking: Locals and visitors devastated by loss of Grand Canyon Lodge
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Iconic Landmark Destroyed by Fire, Memories & Histories Gone
A beloved community hub and tourist attraction is lost
The historic Grand Canyon Lodge was destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning, leaving locals and visitors heartbroken over the loss of an iconic landmark and symbol of American tourism.
The fire broke out in the lodge's iconic main building just before 2 a.m. Hikers on the North Kaibab Trail reported seeing flames and smoke billowing up from the structure, which is located at the top of a cliff overlooking the Colorado River.
Grand Canyon National Park officials said the fire had fully engulfed the building by the time firefighters arrived on the scene. The firefighters were unable to save the structure, which was considered a masterpiece of "Park Architecture" and had stood since 1938.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, but officials said they do not suspect any foul play.
The loss is felt deeply by the local community, who viewed the lodge as a centerpiece of neighborhood life and a connection to the area's storied history. For decades, the grand old lodge welcomed visitors from around the world, parents and grandparents bringing their children and grandchildren to experience the majesty of nature in this special place. Locals shared heartfelt memories of working at the lodge over the years, from carefree summer jobs as teenagers to fulfilling careers in retirement.
For visitors, the loss is touristic as well as emotional. Grand Canyon Lodge offered an array of accommodations, from rustic cabins to majestic viewpoints, and was a central hub for touring the canyon's North Rim.
Now, with the lodge's destruction, a piece of history has been lost forever, and the future of the canyon's North Rim seems uncertain.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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Heartbreaking news for lovers of the Grand Canyon! The Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed by fire, a masterpiece of Park Architecture since 1938. Memories & histories gone. Share your grief & memories of this iconic landmark with us.
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