It feels like it was yesterday when reports of an impending flood affected Burning Man in the Black Rock Desert back in 2023. Now, it seems like that anxiety might return. The National Weather Service forecasts rain in most of the playa this year.
Forecast
Reno meteorologist Mark Deutschendorf informed the Bay Area News site SFGATE that Northern Nevada will expect monsoon-type precipitation. According to Deutschendorf, rain showers and thunderstorms may begin on Sunday. If the rain does indeed hit the desert, the conditions may raise some concerns for Burning Man attendees. Muddy surfaces can impact travel, both by air and on the ground. Nonetheless, late August moisture is common in Northern Nevada, and we hope that a 2023 repeat does not occur.
2023 Floods
This reminds us of Burning Man 2023, when over 70,000 attendees were temporarily stranded on the muddy playa due to the rain. Bicycles were unusable, and travel into and out of the desert was suspended for a few days. We can’t forget how many DJs hitchhiked and planned escape strategies to leave Reno. They had to head over to their other gigs, like Vintage Culture and Diplo. Both artists made it to their respective shows in Chicago and DC.
Present Concerns
Burners are less than bothered by this forecast. Multiple comments on the Burning Man Facebook group and Reddit chats indicate that they are ready for what may come to them. However, some comments still recommend practicing caution and responsibility. This is because RVs and vehicles could get stuck in the mud.
This is a developing story and we will keep coverage of the event.
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