Tourist dies after car gets stuck in mud in Death Valley
A French tourist's vehicle got stuck in mud in Death Valley National Park. He walked away to find help in extremely hot weather. He died during this incident.
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4 sourcesFrench tourist dies in Death Valley heat after vehicle gets stuck in mud
French visitor dies in Death Valley after vehicle breaks down amid blistering heat
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French tourist dies in Death Valley after getting stranded in 116-degree heat
Tourist dies in Death Valley National Park after becoming stranded in triple-digit heat
Visitor from France dies after being stranded in Death Valley National Park
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2 developments- Aug 21Visitor from France dies after being stranded in Death Valley National Park
- Aug 23French tourist dies in Death Valley on 116-degree day after vehicle gets stuck
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Quiet for 55 daysLast development · Aug 23 — French tourist dies in Death Valley on 116-degree day after vehicle gets stuck