Burning Man
Burning Man turned into wet people, food rationing, and 3 days worth of rain in 24 hours.
Date it started trending
September 4, 2023
Spotted on
Forekast.com
What happened?
Burning Man 2023 trended in September due to heavy rainfall that affected the event, which took place in the Black Rock Desert. The unusual weather conditions turned the playa into a muddy landscape, leaving approximately 73,000 attendees stranded as the site was forced to shut down, including the closure of the local airport. Organizers advised those at the festival to conserve resources and seek shelter.
Anything else?
This was an unprecedented situation for the festival, which is known for its dusty and dry conditions, not torrential rains and mud. Revelers were asked to shelter in place, which only added to the difficulty of the situation. The incident was severe enough to warrant attention from US President Joe Biden. The combination of being stranded, the unexpected change in the environment, and the resulting chaos contributed to why Burning Man was trending at the time.
How did we know it would trend?
Because Forekasters love festivals, and can see the future.
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