The Latest Breaking News from Death Valley

Solar Device Harvests Desert Water: UC Berkeley team doubles MOF yield; points to scalable water harvesting

A team of scientists has engineered a groundbreaking solar-powered device designed to extract moisture from desert air. Utilizing a unique MOF material, this inventive machine captures and subsequently releases water vapor. Notably, it succeeded in generating potable water in the extreme conditions of Death Valley while also performing admirably in…

The Times of India · Sep 14

In 1906, gold created Skidoo in Death Valley and drew 700 residents; after producing about $1.5 million, the mining town was finally abandoned in 1942

In 1906, an accidental gold find near Death Valley led to the establishment of Skidoo. Miners Harry Ramsey and One-Eye Thompson stumbled upon valuable rock ledges while lost, leading to the town's rapid growth, peaking at 700 residents. The mine generated nearly $1.5 million before shutting down in 1917, with…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

NASA Is Stress-Testing Mars Tech in Earth's Harshest Deserts — And the Results Are Wild

NASA is stress-testing new Mars exploration tech in Earth's harshest deserts, revealing surprising insights into how future drones, robots and gliders could survive the Red Planet.

International Business Times UK · Dec 9, 2025

Hidden monsters: America’s 4 best secret cycling climbs to add to your bucket list

Europe may be home to some of the most legendary climbs, but the United States has plenty of towering monsters with its own mythology and a handful of giants that you may not have heard about yet.

Cycling Weekly · Aug 7, 2024

Death Valley records its hottest month ever in July

The national park had an average 24-hour temperature of 108.5F that month, beating its previous record in 2018

The Guardian - US · Aug 3, 2024

Tourist left with third-degree burns barefoot walk on Death Valley dunes

The European tourist was rushed to hospital

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024

"It’s all about seeing what I can do" – 74 runners cross the finish line after tackling temperatures over 100F in Death Valley ultra

The race is frequently billed as the world's toughest foot race

Advnture · Jul 25, 2024

Tourist Hospitalized With Third-Degree Burns In Death Valley Heat

Learn about a Belgian tourist's hospitalization with third-degree burns in Death Valley National Park due to extreme heat. Safety precautions are crucial i...

Top News · Jul 25, 2024

Man suffers full-thickness burns on his feet after losing his shoes in the dunes of Death Valley

Rescuers have to airlift him to hospital after a flip flop malfunction

Advnture · Jul 24, 2024

Tourists still flock to one of Earth’s hottest places despite searing heat wave

More extreme highs are in the near forecast with a high of possibly 130 F (54.4 C) around midweek

The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2024