Burning Man festivalgoers on the mood from the mud
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Martyna Sowa, a dancer, was supposed to perform at the festival, but she isn’t.

“That’s why I came here,” she told the “But that’s okay.”

As a result of the “very muddy” and “very slippery” conditions, Ms Sowa said that “it takes a very long time to go anywhere, including to the toilet.” While some people have been able to leave the site when conditions improve, others have found it impossible – with stranded vehicles spinning in the mud as they try to escape.

Monday will be the date for the event’s finale – the burning of the man.

While some revellers need to get out, others are going with the flow. Here are some of their responses. “Some people weren’t as well prepared as others, so it’s more about survival now,” she said.

Several revelers came to the festival only for the weekend and didn’t pack enough food and water.

Ms Sowa said some people have been struggling. However, those who stayed for longer or were more experienced festivalgoers brought plenty of spare provisions.

“It’s usually not a great environment, so we prepare extra in case of an emergency,” she explained. It’s great to see everyone helping each other and being in good spirits.”