Los Angeles, July 13 -- Parts of Grand Canyon National Park, a popular natural wonder in the western United States, remained closed on Saturday due to two growing wildfires that have prompted the Park Service to evacuate hundreds of visitors.
"The North Rim of the park remains closed until further notice to support firefighting operations and ensure public safety for the Dragon Bravo fire and the nearby White Sage Fire," said park officials in a statement.
"Smoke is expected to remain visible from the South Rim, and air quality conditions may vary depending on fire behavior and wind patterns," they added.
The White Sage Fire, started Wednesday evening following a thunderstorm that moved through the area, has expanded to over 19,000 a...