Death Valley in a Heat Wave - The 130º Adventure

What is Death Valley like in a heat wave? What does it feel like to stand, walk, even hike in temperatures above 125°? How fast does a popsicle melt? Can you cook an egg in a frying pan without any flame? These are the questions we attempt to answer as we chase the hottest temperatures ever recorded on planet earth, in this century at least.
Death Valley, the hottest place on earth. On Aug 16, 2020 a record 130° air temperature was recorded, the hottest temperature recorded on the planet in 107 years. The current recognized world record was the famous 134° temperature set in Death Valley at Furnace Creek in 1913. That record has come under scrutiny however, and along with several other record highs, could be thrown out. If this happens, as seems likely, the 130°F temperatures recorded on Aug 16 will be the hottest verifiable air temperatures recorded on earth. Less than 48 hours later, during the peak of the heat wave, we arrive on the scene in Death Valley. Will the record be broken? Can we survive 130°? And seriously, how long does the average popsicle last in that kind of heat?
Come along on one heck of a high heat adventure, to Death Valley. It don’t get no hotter than this!
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[@justinscarred]

Surprised how many comments are about us wearing long sleeves. LONG SLEEVES are ESSENTIAL for Desert Survival. Think Bedouin or Desert soldiers… you dont see them in tank tops. The air, sun, and heat radiation is so hot, and the evaporation is so intense at these temperatures that LONG sleeves are a huge survival MUST. Any quick google search will prove the point. Just leaving this comment since so many people clearly don’t know. Here’s some links below; www.wikihow.com/Dress-for-Desert-Conditions www.treksw.com/desert-hiking-clothing-checklist-2/ blog.coolibar.com/the-secret-advantage-of-long-sleeves/ www.outsideonline.com/1769041/what-should-i-wear-desert-hiking www.apathways.com/survival-blog/survival-tips/desert-survival-gear-essential-items/

[@RecyclingMama]

but why dark colored flannel?

[@DannyD714]

that's also why you see guys riding camels in the desert in old movies wearing long robes and such. btw did you get wrist tan lines? i swear your hands looked darker at the end of the day.

[@kurtweinberg809]

Justin see story! below

[@markd4926]

Miss Bun Boy ☹️

[@jalenjohnson1662]

Your comments on the Batman 89 video aren’t working for some reason.

[@Camquarters]

I couldn’t stop thinking what if your car dies

[@ronwatson5996]

AHHHHH don't worry!!!! It was a rental .

[@BrettWallacetv]

Word

[@Jake_Hynds]

@@ronwatson5996 they would be stranded unless someone drove by they would die within a short time lol rental doesnt matter

[@dmarkj22]

Then you’re toast.

[@Rodrigo-tk2fm]

That's exactly what I'm researching now

[@monsterclaws11]

I am from India my friend and I share your love from route 66 even though I'll probably never see it in this lifetime I saw it's beauty through your eyes and lens. Thank you for that!

[@dbasarich]

I went there July 23, 1981 and it was also a heat wave year. We did not get out of the car from near the beginning of the Valley until we got to Furnace Creek. When I got out at Furnace Creek it was a feeling that I will never forget. The wind was blowing and it was scary. The clerk at the front desk at the hotel looked at us like we were idiots for even being there. The next morning when I got out of bed I will never forget- I went out on the balcony and it was still dark and about the coolest time of day or night and there was a mercury thermometer on the wall that read 118 degrees.

[@blueravenfire]

dam, you guys were absolutely insane! i can't stand 90 degree heat here on the east coast, i can't imagine what 130 degree heat feels like.

[@franciscob8347]

Same

[@tombuck]

I’m not in Death Valley but there is still a piece of melted tire permanently stuck to our SoCal desert driveway from a 127 degree day about 5 years ago. It’s a terrifying level of hot! I’m glad you managed to stay safe while adventuring 👍

[@andyb4171]

The Badwater ultramarathon runs through Death Valley, the runners have to run on the white lines on the road so their shoes don't melt. Cool vid.

[@everettfryman1024]

“Sizzle me Timbers!” That’s absolutely fantastic, thank you for your documentation of such extreme temperatures in Death Valley.

[@fortimusprime]

You are the only KZbinr that ACTUALLY made me entertained for 45 minutes straight! Nice to meet your brother!

[@juliekaiser7965]

OMG. Great episode. Most memorable quote..."I can't see out of my right eye." From off camera!

[@FireFox173]

When Justin started to knee down I was thinking “that’s a horrible idea, hopefully he remembers the asphalt is really hot and stands up” That’s gonna leave a mark XP

[@pernicious544]

I live in the Coachella Valley (Palm Springs/Coachella[duh]) and we hit 122 the other day and 125 a few years back... you step outside and think "I can handle this, Im good" and about a minute later, you realize that you can't. Its that hot. The human body starts to cook at 120, its not a fun feeling to have sweat instantly form and evaporate without any cooling effects. The heat feels like a 50lb weight on your shoulders, and the reflective heat from the ground is even worse, like being pushed hard into your chin by someone from below. Our pool was about 101 degrees tonight, kinda felt like a spa. Summer sucks! Double edit; everyrhing he is describing is about right!

[@looknbakatu]

THANKS! for the tour! Enjoyed! it vicariously through the 2 of You!

[@robertschaefer3223]

I was in Las Vegas when it was 115 and I thought my skin was going to catch on fire.

[@brianwisdom6826]

I was waiting for a recreation of Clark Griswold hiking through the desert in Vacation! Maybe in another one. Thanks for the video, Justin!

[@devapala879]

I thought you guys were pretty badass till I saw that baby girl bossing it at 10:37

[@markmalo]

130 Degrees. Justin's brother wears heavy cotton shirt over t-shirt. Yoiks!

[@justintyme4690]

You better... if not your skin will scorch

[@kandicejanusz1829]

Thanks for the laughs Justin and Seth. Need this after a rough week. My mother past last Friday suddenly so the more laughs the better.

[@teresahardy9962]

So sorry for your loss. Prayers

[@janelleckes2272]

Very sorry for your loss 😢

[@crazykev6491]

Awee. Thoughts n Prayers

[@Louinator59]

Man what a great video. I've always wanted to go to bed water and you did it in the middle of a heat wave. That's balls dude.

[@julianagoulding6036]

An iconic duo we didn’t know we needed!

[@minibr0colli611]

yep...you sir are insane....ly awesome keep up the great work my friend.

[@iKristin04]

Sitting here in the AC and watching this actually made me even MORE cold and I started shivering 😂

[@AlyKatKitty]

He's like your chill twin!

[@teresahardy9962]

Interesting and I always wanted to go there. Love your videos. Take care and be safe Justin. Prayers for you and Ally.

[@mollybibb7498]

OMGoodness I can't believe you did that! I have had several heat strokes, so not a thing I would ever consider. You nut! But we love you. Glad you and your brother are ok.

[@FrontSeatMedia]

What an adventure! 🔥🔥🔥 Thanks Justin and Seth! You've Done Your Duty

[@stephaniestratman5489]

I feel the heat stroke setting in just watching this! D: great video!

[@alainaraeee]

This is excellent content, Justin. Well done!

[@AshMaTashNYC]

If I played a drinking game with a 1/4 shot every time I heard “hot” in this video, I’d have to go to the hospital 🥴. Lol great video!

[@gregbeard1744]

Fun fact: The thermometer is 134 feet tall to commemorate the hottest temp in Death Valley ever

[@heroknaderi]

Wow what an amazing adventure. I enjoyed the video. Wow death valley can be a killer glad you guys made it ok and keep more videos like this comming. 😉

[@cmack8281]

Keep up the great work Justin! Love your videos!

[@loganalbrecht9865]

That was insane! I can’t believe you guys actually were out there in 130°!

[@AlextheLue]

Last July we made it to the Hoover Dam in July and it was about 101° outside and we nearly died on the dam! You guys are serious troopers for lasting that long outside in Death Valley! Fantastic video; thanks for bringing us along.

[@sheilamacy9890]

Thank you for the sweat and tears😷🌞🌡 You and your brother are great together. We'd love to see more. My family loves and appreciates all of the hard work you put into a vlog. Wishing you much success and happiness.

[@myfamilymatters]

I cannot imagine walking in that kind of heat. Great vlog Justin. You and your brother did a great job.

[@hazelleblanc8969]

Glad you survived! You now have me beat by 4 degrees - my hottest is 126. I can vouch for that oven blast feeling, and I remember having to use my t-shirt to be able to hold the car door handle. "It's a dry heat" only applies up to about 120 in my opinion.

[@scottrousseau496]

OK. When you knelt on the road..... burst into laughter! Hysterical.

[@natsalterego5295]

Another awesome video!!!

[@mukbangsareawesome6335]

This was fascinating. Love your vlogs, Justin. Stay safe and cool!

[@chadalac1977]

Loved the intro Justin I laughed a few times !!😎I couldn't help but think you kind of reminded me of ol clark , like on family vacation!😂😂

[@pinkpegasus6144]

Great video. Thanks for taking one for the team. ‘Like breathing a hairdryer’ Best description ever!

[@dennishart2610]

Descending into the depths!! Crazy hot, and I'm from Phoenix so I know what hot can be. Just glad you made it out OK!! Keep up the good work!!

[@elizabethmoore2684]

Another fascinating video by JustinScarred. Keep up the good work, Justin!

[@bionthdl]

“Quick someone breath on it” had me busting out. You guys are awesome and frickin funny!!!

[@Zveebo]

Always love videos featuring Seth!

[@The_Girly_Nerd]

This was a really fun video! You guys certainly have courage to brave that kind of heat and I am glad you had your brother with you for safety reasons! I loved seeing the amiable rapport you two have. Funny and nice runs in the family! Kudos on the Seinfeld pretzels joke and getting the pic with 130 degrees on the sign!!

[@karnubawax]

I think everyone should experience this once. And once is enough! Bro here is absolutely right that there's a BIG difference between 115 and 125! At 115 it's really hot. At 125 it's so hot it's painful - even in the shade. You can feel the hot, dry air sucking the moisture out of your lungs. You feel the sun burning your skin and you go, "No, wait... I'm in the shade," and realize it's literally the HOT AIR burning you!

[@Chieftracyhorse]

100% Crazy guys! Thanks looks amazing! 🔥🔥🔥

[@yessacat3993]

Dude, you're a beast. My daughter and I love your channel. Thank you!

[@Kryptospotted]

The first time I went there was with my mom on my 21st birthday (Vegas trip) and it was in a torrential rainstorm. The roads were so flooded and my mom was crying but wouldn't let me drive the rental car because I wasn't insured. The temperature was 114-115° and the rain didn't bring it down at all!

[@TheClumsyJedi]

"Meanwhile the camera is in the ice chest with the string cheese." LOL

[@topfuel8888]

You always put a smile 😃 on your blogs Thank you for all you do. Take Care

[@deadygoon]

Freaking love your videos. Keeping me sane during the pandemic. And love that you nerd out on the 130. Death valley is such a cool And wild place. So many things to see. Awesome vid!

[@juneserros6781]

Informative and entertaining!! Awesomely fun!!👍👍

[@comfortandcreativity]

This is incredible ! I want to visit in december . it is sooooo cool you did this !!

[@deborahmolenda2112]

LLLLOVE'd your HOT Video! Was curious to know what visiting Death Valley would bed like.... on a Hot day! Guess what, we All know now! Thanks for posting, along with great information and what to prepare for!!! Awesome experience!

[@nancysmith2295]

I liked your little adventure. I grew up in Reno, NV. I know the desert. Yes, respect the desert. Drink water constantly. I like your long sleeve shirt idea. I use a wet shirt and wet cloth around my neck. I miss the smell of sagebrush. I also miss the quail in Reno. It's so much fun to see the little family walking in a straight line down the sidewalk.

[@CZUNIGA36]

Thanks for sharing this video.. awesome!!

[@acornultraantiques5330]

Brilliant video :)

[@monsterclaws11]

Missed you bro! Love your videos 🤗

[@bgd73]

he knows heat like the back of his palm. Thanks for the ride, its 40 below in maine in august

[@WiltonWanderlust]

Holy crap, Julio is a cannibal! 😳...🤣 Awesome video as always! I got hot just watching it, lol!

[@monsterq6]

such a bold and brave adventure. love coming back to this video.

[@donnytucker]

That's some serious heat! Thanks for the adventure.

[@euromaestro]

Awesome once again.

[@ronaldj5070]

THANKS Justin for taking us there and feeling the heat for us fun time watching LOL

[@bri20902]

This was fun to watch 😂 loved it!

[@dontputthatsoclosetomyface8975]

Great video!

[@tammiebishop5853]

I was fully ready to go lol , but really enjoyed you two

[@hollyanna_v]

This was a really cool video! Thank you

[@cynthiaroubos3980]

Great Video!

[@thx113868]

One of your best episodes !!!

[@victoriaq5157]

You really MELTED my heart!

[@BrozdoVSN]

nasa: thanks to our new technology, we were able to record newly discovered life on the sun the footage: 22:00

[@crissieah8310]

Thank YOU for picking up the popsicle sticks! Love your vlogs.

[@kathrynstadts1662]

Wow! That was crazy to watch, I can't even imagine how the two of you could stand that for so long. It was amazing to see though. Thanks for showing us what it was like. The scenery was beautiful. Sorry about the loss of your brother's frying pan.

[@rpopelar]

I totally was thinking of going out there in that heat. I think you convinced me to wait till winter.

[@madamerebecca_]

Really enjoyed this one 👍🏻

[@melsum3851]

So cool Awesome job guys!

[@user-mp9xz8yg4j]

I can’t imagine what it’s like to live in that.

[@kjbuchanan63]

Dude.... you are freaking INSANE!!

[@tanyabourne8]

In 2012 Beatty, NV registered 134° and Death Valley registered 137°. Check in with the lady who runs the nut and fruit trailer in Beatty she'll tell you DV has had temps over 130 within the last 100yrs.

[@KVSTravel]

The black shirt On the record heat day was smart & The bug mark on your windshield 🤣. Otherwise very nice video once again Justin.

[@ben87graves]

36:27 I love that you started to sing a GHOST song- Cirice

[@windidiot]

It was 100 F in some places in the western Pacific Northwest during this...which is remarkable. Glad you guys are safe.

[@rsturkey]

Loved the video! I hike the Mojave desert a lot. I have wanted to go down during this heatwave you have recorded! Thanks for providing a vicarious experience. I am always amazed on how people do not wear appropriate clothes. I find a long sleeved cotton T-shirt, cotton pants(light texture), and Wide brim hat is very effective. I am glad you guys made it safely! -Ron

[@JUDYDAK]

This video made me laugh(like when you were singing- "feelin HOT, HOT, HOT!). And it also made me think why would you do that to yourself? As always thanks for the smile and info in this video! Stay safe!

[@JUDYDAK]

Love the outtakes!

[@Boosmoney]

Great video. Thanks for video and enthusiasm

[@hectorrosado1536]

Crazy 🔥! Thanks Justin, im enjoying your video from my air conditioned house 😎

[@SilverStarz]

Good show, very cool, thank you.

[@bacino49]

That was fun to watch!

[@Radiounderground]

I'm from Michigan and was in Las Vegas when it was 114. It nearly killed me...95 is about all this northern body can handle.

[@tomford463]

Central valley CA reached 110 so I took a glimpse of what death valley was at the time! That's cool you were there

[@amytraveltrails8735]

One of your best videos ever !! love seeing you and your brother!!! hilarious 🙂🤣😂I’m glad you didn’t die out there 🔥 😀😂😄☺️❤️🥰

[@DestinationsChronicles]

Yes, I have been there. You are very brave to go there right now. Stay Safe!

[@Traci71769]

Awe you were so close to me in Pahrump. I get to see Death Valley from my front door. And as we always say...At least it's a dry heat😥

[@sahpem4425]

This is awesome!

[@tavakava]

I cooked a Hot Pocket on my windshield while visiting about 12 years ago

[@valeriadixon5166]

This was good and interesting.