Rain at Burning Man Leaves Thousands Stuck in the Mud

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A group of tents at Burning Man stuck in the mud due to rain.

Burning Man attendees have been directed to conserve water, food, and fuel after rains turned the playa into a mud pit on Friday night.

Anyone who has attended Burning Man or has seen the photos and videos that have surfaced over the years knows that this experience in Northern Nevada is defined by its dry, dusty conditions and hot temperatures. This year was shaping up to be no different, but Mother Nature had other plans for those heading to the playa. Before Burning Man officially kicked off, the remnants of Hurricane Hilary flooded the dried-up lakebed, causing entrance delays for many who were set to build camps, art…