Participant Passes Away at 2024 Burning Man Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For media inquiries, please contact press@burningman.org Participant Passes Away at 2024 Burning Man Event [Gerlach, NV] - It is with heavy hearts that Burning Man Project confirms the death of a participant in Black Rock City in...
Burning Man Project Laments the Loss of a Participant in Black Rock City
With profound sadness, Burning Man Project announces the untimely passing of a participant in Black Rock City, situated in Nevada's Black Rock Desert. Our heartfelt condolences extend to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic event.
The identity of the deceased has been established by the Pershing County Sheriff's Office. On Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 11:29 AM, Burning Man's emergency services were alerted to an unresponsive individual. Upon arrival, immediate life-saving measures were initiated but proved unsuccessful.
Acknowledging the profound impact this news may have on our community, Burning Man Project emphasizes the availability of support resources for those in Black Rock City:
- For emotional assistance, visit the Comfort & Connection Center, staffed by experienced facilitators and counselors.
- For immediate medical attention, proceed to the Exodus Medical Center or contact emergency services personnel.
The safety and well-being of our attendees remain our highest priority. Burning Man Project is fully cooperating with local authorities in their investigation of this incident. The Pershing County Sheriff's Office has jurisdiction over all fatalities occurring within its boundaries.
To honor the privacy of the grieving family, no further information will be disclosed at this time.
Burning Man Project, as the non-profit entity behind the Black Rock City event, fosters a global cultural movement centered around creativity, connectivity, and societal progress. With the support of a dedicated community, Burning Man Project strives to promote a more vibrant and fulfilling society.
With profound sadness, Burning Man Project announces the untimely passing of a participant in Black Rock City, situated in Nevada's Black Rock Desert. Our heartfelt condolences extend to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic event.
The identity of the deceased has been established by the Pershing County Sheriff's Office. On Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 11:29 AM, Burning Man's emergency services were alerted to an unresponsive individual. Upon arrival, immediate life-saving measures were initiated but proved unsuccessful.
Acknowledging the profound impact this news may have on our community, Burning Man Project emphasizes the availability of support resources for those in Black Rock City:
- For emotional assistance, visit the Comfort & Connection Center, staffed by experienced facilitators and counselors.
- For immediate medical attention, proceed to the Exodus Medical Center or contact emergency services personnel.
The safety and well-being of our attendees remain our highest priority. Burning Man Project is fully cooperating with local authorities in their investigation of this incident. The Pershing County Sheriff's Office has jurisdiction over all fatalities occurring within its boundaries.
To honor the privacy of the grieving family, no further information will be disclosed at this time.
Burning Man Project, as the non-profit entity behind the Black Rock City event, fosters a global cultural movement centered around creativity, connectivity, and societal progress. With the support of a dedicated community, Burning Man Project strives to promote a more vibrant and fulfilling society.