Burning Man 2024 began tragically with the death of 39-year-old participant Kendra Frazer on the festival's first day. Emergency services responded to a call about an unresponsive individual at 11:29 a.m. on Sunday, but life-saving measures were unsuccessful. The Pershing County Sheriff's Office is investigating the cause and manner of death, with an autopsy pending. Festival organizers and local authorities have expressed condolences to Frazer's family and friends. The festival, which attracts over 70,000 attendees, had just opened its gates after a 12-hour delay due to weather conditions. This incident is part of a history of fatalities at the event, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.