French Tourist Dies After Car Stuck in Death Valley Mud
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It highlights the critical need for travelers to carry emergency supplies and satellite communication in remote park areas where cell service is nonexistent.
Park officials said a 68-year-old visitor became stranded on a remote road and died after trying to find help in 116F (47C) heat. The case has renewed warnings about carrying emergency water and avoiding long walks during extreme summer conditions.
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The Guardian
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French tourist dies in Death Valley after car gets stuck in mud
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