A 5-ton boulder rolled off the Mogollon rim, destroying a pump house and spa, but narrowly missing several residences Thursday, June 5, according to the Sedona Fire District.
Sedona Fire District crews responded to a reported rock slide at a aresidence shortly after 5 p.m.
Upon arrival at 4401 Old Indian Road, in Oak Creek Canyon, crews found a large boulder located within inches of the residence.
The rock, which would comfortably fill the bed of a full size pickup truck, appears to have come loose from the top of the canyon.
During its descent, the boulder destroyed a portion of a fence, a well house and an outside spa. A female resident and guest who were at home at the time were not injured.
‘”The resident would probably not have the boulder removed; rather it will become a topic of interest and conversation for years to come,” Sedona Fire District Deputy Fire Marshal Gary Johnson said.
Damage to the fence, well house, spa and surrounding area was estimated at $10,000.
For the complete story, including an interview with the woman who avoided death, and to view additional photos, pick up the Wednesday, June 10, edition of the Sedona Red Rock News.
