Grand Design RV recalls 1,111 Reflection fifth-wheels over suspension bolt defect

Imperial County Code Enforcement ordered a total power shutdown at Lark Spa Mobile Home & RV Park in Niland, California, during an extreme heatwave, citing a code violation for an unpermitted electrical repair. The outage has left dozens of low-income seniors and disabled residents without air conditioning, forcing many to abandon their trailers or rely on generators costing up to $75 per day. County officials rejected requests for a temporary variance, and the utility company stated it is not responsible for the outage.

On the evening of July 16, 2026, the Bandera County Sheriff's Office issued an urgent evacuation advisory for residents of Riverside RV Park in Texas. Flooding near Bandera's City Park prompted the warning, with water reported about 40 feet from the rear of the park. Officials urged immediate evacuation if safe and advised against driving through flooded roadways.

Heavy rain caused flash flooding at Buckhorn Lake Resort in Kerr County, Texas, sweeping away cars, SUVs, and large RVs. A manager confirmed no injuries. Witnesses described a wall of water that also uprooted trees, knocked down fences, and buckled roads within the park.

In Fargo, North Dakota, a heat advisory and thick wildfire smoke have created hazardous conditions. At Lindenwood Park, families continue camping despite the heat and haze, with heat index values near 100 and air quality reaching unhealthy levels. Campers report using fans and staying hydrated to cope.

Bruce Spencer, 59, died from injuries sustained Tuesday when a bus converted into an RV exploded. The State Fire Marshal's Office determined the fire started beneath a propane range, likely caused by an electric compressor motor on a refrigerator. The RV had two 25-pound propane cylinders at the time of the explosion.

Medford Water is evaluating the potential decommissioning of its bulk water station on North Columbus Avenue in Medford. If closed, residents and businesses would need to travel 15–20 minutes to White City for potable water, increasing costs and fuel consumption. A final decision is expected in several months.