In a tragic incident, Peter Hayes Robino, a 57-year-old resident from Los Angeles, has lost his life due to hyperthermia in California's Death Valley National Park. This marks the second death caused by heat exposure in the park this summer, as reported by the National Park Service (NPS).

On August 1st, bystanders observed Peter Hayes Robino stumbling after returning from the National Bridge Trail, a one-mile round-trip journey. Concerned for his well-being, they offered assistance, but Robino declined their help. According to the NPS, his responses were not coherent at that time.

Despite his condition, Robino managed to get into his car and drove off a steep embankment at the edge of the parking lot. His vehicle rolled over, deploying its airbags. A bystander quickly left to call for emergency services while others helped Robino return to the parking lot and find shade.

Although bystanders reported that Robino was still breathing when they left him, park rangers arrived shortly after and found him unresponsive. NPS emergency responders administered CPR and moved him to an air-conditioned ambulance for further medical attention. Sadly, Peter Hayes Robino was declared dead shortly thereafter.

The temperature on that fateful day reached an alarming 119 degrees Fahrenheit in Death Valley. This extreme heat posed significant challenges for park visitors and emergency responders alike.

In light of this unfortunate incident, park rangers at Death Valley National Park are urging visitors during the summer season to take necessary precautions against the intense heat. They advise staying in or near air-conditioned areas, avoiding low-elevation hikes after 10 a.m., staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and consuming salty snacks to maintain electrolyte balance.

Mike Reynolds, superintendent at the park and an emergency medical technician who responded to the incident, expressed his condolences to Peter Hayes Robino's family and friends. He emphasized the importance of recognizing and respecting the dangers posed by extreme heat conditions.

The tragic loss of Peter Hayes Robino serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers that visitors may face when venturing into extreme heat environments like Death Valley National Park. It underscores the need for careful planning, vigilance, and adherence to safety guidelines during such excursions.