The Latest Breaking News from Death Valley

In 1905, a copper rush created Chloride City, abandoned within a year

In 1905, a mining rush brought prospectors to Chloride City in California’s Death Valley, where they hoped to make money from mineral deposits in the surrounding mountains. The settlement developed as a base for nearby mining operations, attracting workers who believed the area could support a profitable industry. However, the…

The Times of India · Oct 25

In 1897, gold discoveries helped establish Ballarat near Death Valley, and its population reached 400 by 1898; today, adobe ruins remain after the mining boom faded

Ballarat, founded in 1897 in the notorious Death Valley of California, flourished as a mining hub following the gold rush in the nearby Panamint Mountains. Once boasting a vibrant community of around 400, it was home to saloons, hotels, and essential services for miners. Sadly, as key mines closed, the…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Scotty’s Castle reopens for limited tours 11 years after Death Valley flash flood forced its closure

More than a decade after a flash flood forced Scotty’s Castle to close, Death Valley National Park is bringing visitors back for limited exterior tours from October 10 as a $71 million restoration effort continues.

The Times of India · Oct 10

French tourist dies in California’s Death Valley after being stranded in heat

Man, 68, was left searching for help in 116F weather after his car became stuck in mud along remote park road

The Guardian - US · Aug 24

US Death Valley tragedy: French tourist dies after vehicle gets stuck in 47°C heat

A 68-year-old French tourist died in California’s Death Valley National Park after his vehicle became stuck on a remote road, leaving him stranded in temperatures that reached 116 degrees Fahrenheit (46.7°C).

The Times of India · Aug 22

Southern Nevada Sits Under an Extreme Heat Watch Through Friday as Death Valley Highs Approach 118 Degrees

An Extreme Heat Watch covers Las Vegas, Death Valley and the Colorado River Valley. Here is who faces the highest risk and what to do.

Medical Daily · Aug 18

Death Valley review – Timothy Spall is having a total blast, and so will you!

The second series of this cheery Welsh cosy crime is as gentle as a pillow – and if it feels dangerously close to a spoof, that’s all part of the fun

The Guardian - UK · May 17

How to watch 'Death Valley' season 2 online – stream the BBC crime-comedy series for FREE

Timothy Spall and Gwyneth Keyworth return in the comedy-crime drama. Here's how to watch "Death Valley" season 2 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from anywhere.

Tom’s Guide · May 17

German ultrarunner Arda Saatçi completes 600-kilometre Death Valley to Los Angeles challenge

German athlete Arda Saatçi completed a 600-kilometre ultramarathon challenge from Death Valley to Los Angeles after running for more than 123 hours.

Euronews · May 12

CNN’s data guru says Trump’s approval rating is ‘as low as Death Valley’

President’s net approval rating with independents at this point in his second term is lower than the approval ratings for both Richard Nixon and George W Bush during the same period of their second terms

The Independent UK · Mar 31