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Two deaths reported at Burning Man event, organizers say
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· September 7, 2026
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Key points The Burning Man Project reported this death and another at their 2026 event. The second person to die was identified as Craig Mann, 60, found by campmates on Saturday.
From Pershing County, Nev.: A man in his mid-50s died after a medical issue. The Burning Man Project reported this death and another at their 2026 event. The second person to die was identified as Craig Mann, 60, found by campmates on Saturday.
His campmates discovered him at his camp. Further information about these deaths can be found through the Burning Man Project, which expressed condolences to those affected and emphasized the importance of community and staff safety.
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Published: September 7, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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