Officials reopening Narrows area in Zion National Park

ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah -- The Narrows area at Zion National Park is reopening.

The Narrows were closed after groups had difficulties in the canyon, which is remote and can have high water.

Last weekend, four of five groups that tried to kayak through the Narrows had problems and had to spend the night. Two groups required rescue. The incidents prompted the National Park Service to temporarily close the area.

It was scheduled to reopen Friday but the park says the Narrows could be closed for the season if other groups encounter difficulties.