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The fire road: blistering heat on Death Valley's main highway is setting vehicles ablaze - here's how to stay safe whether you're hiking its trails or driving through

The hottest place in the world continues to be a potential death trap for car campers and other drivers caught unawares – and it could get even more dangerous yet

Advnture · Jul 9, 2025

MIT's high-tech 'bubble wrap' turns air into safe drinking water — even in Death Valley

Researchers at MIT have tested a new technology for turning water vapor in the atmosphere into drinkable water, even in extreme environments.

LiveScience · Jun 29, 2025

TV tonight: Guy Martin has a great time exploding old bombs in Vietnam

The retired racer heads to Hanoi to mark 50 years since the end of the war. Plus: more crime-solving fun with Timothy Spall in Death Valley. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2025

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Death Valley National Park Advises Motorcyclists To Avoid It, Says It's Way Too Hot

The Death Valley National Park Superintendent recently advised motorcyclists to avoid making trips to the park during the summer due to temperatures that can reach 130 degrees Fahrenheit.

RideApart · May 30, 2025

Death Valley review – Timothy Spall’s quality new detective drama is a cosy, witty joy

It’s like Midsomer Murders with jokes, or Rosemary and Thyme – but good. This fun new murder mystery bounces along with verve. It’s a cut above

The Guardian - UK · May 25, 2025

Death Valley starring Timothy Spall is less cosy crime, more comatose crime

2/5 Spall’s latest vehicle, about a TV detective who becomes a real-life sleuth, goes down easy but ultimately fails to make a mark

The Independent UK · May 25, 2025

Texas swelters as record-breaking heatwave sweeps across state

Record-high heat so early in the season means state has been hotter than Death Valley, the hottest place on Earth

The Guardian - US · May 15, 2025

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Death Valley hiker cliffed out after separating from partner to explore "steep and unstable" gully

The hiker had to be rescued by rope from the treacherous terrain

Advnture · Jan 20, 2025

Death Valley records "hottest summer in history" bringing multiple life-threatening incidents – and it's not over yet

If it seems like you read about more heat-related incidents at Death Valley than ever this summer, that's because you probably did

Advnture · Sep 6, 2024

Racetrack Playa: The home of Death Valley's mysterious 'sailing stones'

In Racetrack Playa, a dry lakebed in Death Valley National Park, meteorological conditions can push rocks weighing up to 700 pounds along the flat ground.

LiveScience · Aug 23, 2024

"Even an experienced hiker can get into trouble" – dehydrated Death Valley hiker collapses despite bringing 9 liters of water

The experienced hiker did everything right – but the ferocious conditions still got the better of him

Advnture · Aug 19, 2024

It’s official – July 2024 was hottest month ever recorded in Death Valley

The average 24-hour temperature was an insane 108.5°F (42.5°C)

Advnture · Aug 6, 2024

Death Valley tourist hospitalized after burning feet on red-hot sand dunes

Death Valley holds the record for the hottest air temperature ever recorded on Earth — 134 degrees Farhenheit

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024

Runners set off on the annual Death Valley ultramarathon billed as the world's toughest foot race

Ninety-seven runners have pushed off in desolate Death Valley for an annual ultramarathon billed as the world’s toughest foot race

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2024

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Heat Wave Grips Western U.S., Death Valley Draws Tourists

Extreme heat wave impacts Death Valley and Western U.S., underscoring climate crisis and dangers of high temperatures. Visitors brave scorching conditions ...

Evening Standard · Jul 9, 2024

Las Vegas hits record 48C as motorcyclist dies in Death Valley amid US heatwave

Six deaths have been attributed to the heat

The Guardian - US · Jul 8, 2024

US heatwave tied to four Oregon deaths as temperature records are shattered

More than 146 million Americans under extreme heat alerts as dangerous weather fuels outbreak of new wildfires

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024

Motorcyclist touring Death Valley dies as temps hit near-record 128 degrees

A second motorcyclist was taken to a hospital after feeling the impact from the near-record temperatures

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The Guardian - US · Jul 7, 2024

Motorcyclist dies from heat exposure in Death Valley as temperature reaches 128F

Another visitor in same motorcycle group hospitalized for ‘severe heat illness’ as other four members treated at scene

Latin Times · Jul 5, 2024

California's Death Valley has a chance to break the world heat record in the upcoming days

The temperature could reach 130 degrees this Monday according to the National Weather Service

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2024

Death Valley set to experience potentially the hottest week recorded anywhere on Earth

Fourth of July week will see ‘record-breaking and dangerous heat’, beginning on Independence Day itself, when temperatures predicted to hit 125F

Death Valley's Mysterious New Lake Continues To Defy Expectations

Unusual weather patterns lead to the formation of a new lake in Death Valley, defying expectations and showcasing nature's resilience.

Advnture · Feb 22, 2024

"We are fully embracing our water era" – unbelievable new shots show people playing in Death Valley's temporary lake

Badwater Basin's newly formed lake is sticking around for a while, and people are here for it

LiveScience · Feb 20, 2024

'This is weird': Experts 'shocked' by record-breaking longevity of Death Valley's phantom lake

A temporary lake at Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park has persisted for more than six months, which is far longer than it has lasted before. And experts say that it could stick around for quite a while yet.

Advnture · Feb 20, 2024

Death Valley open for kayaking? You’d better believe it – but it won’t be for long

Take a rare opportunity to paddle in the driest place in the USA

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