It took two decades for this to happen lake from one of the drier places from Earth reappear. On February 19, American citizen Patrick Donnelly went to Badwater Basin in California Valley National Park to take some photos.
This location is the lowest point in North America as this basin is an extension of dry salt flats that can be seen throughout the panorama. However, what Patrick saw surprised him. “I said to myself, 'Oh my God, this is amazing'” said Donnelly, director of the Great Basin Center for Biological Diversity.
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What is the origin of Death Valley Lake?
The depression of Bad water It lies in the bed of Death Valley. It is what remains of an ancient world lake that existed many thousands of years ago UNITED STATES.
In general, the average annual precipitation is only 5.08 cm. However, almost 5 inches of rain has been recorded at the bottom of the sea in the last six months Canyon.
According to the National Park Service, most of this rainfall came from two events: 2.2 inches (5.59 cm) on August 20 and another 1.5 inches (3.81 cm) during the year “atmospheric rivers” which have recently affected large parts of California.
Although rain tends to evaporate quickly death valley, The billions of liters of water that Patrick Donnelly saw have now created a lake almost ten kilometers long and five kilometers wide. It is known as Lake Manly.
Now rowing enthusiasts head to the lake to practice the sport. Photo: Center for Biological Diversity
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Will Death Valley Lake be there permanently?
Unfortunately for everyone, this was unexpected Lake that appeared in Death Valley It will be a temporary experience. “It evaporates quickly,” said Elyscia Letterman, a National Park Service ranger. He also emphasized that due to the depth of the Lake, Kayaking may only be possible for a few more weeks and that will be it.
Now the lake is filled with many tourists who come here Death Valley to witness this spectacle. Many claim that “it doesn’t look like you’re capable anymore.” “Death Valley”.
But even if that lake When there is so little water that this fun sport cannot be practiced, people can still come along, take photos and enjoy the wonderful views that this rarity offers. Patrick Donelly said he will be back soon: “This is something I want to experience as often as possible. After all, it will probably be a one-time thing,” he said with emotion.
Satellite images in July 2023 (left), August 2023 and February 14, 2024. Photo: NASA
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