Death Valley’s Deadly Heat Claimed Tourist | Las Vegas News

A French tourist, Pierre Michel Formosa, 68, died in Death Valley after his vehicle got stuck on a remote road and they walked across scorching salt flats in 116-degree heat. Park officials warn that even the most prepared travelers can fall victim to Death Valley’s extreme conditions — urging visitors to plan routes, check weather, carry at least one gallon of water per person daily, match vehicles to terrain, and stay with their car if stranded. The coroner is investigating the cause, while authorities stress sticking to paved roads during peak heat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f711fd5be69e877