A once-a-decade 'superbloom' is happening in Death Valley right now

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Rare superbloom is happening in Death Valley, CA.
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With a mere two inches of rain annually, flowers are not exactly a common sight in Death Valley, California — until they are. Following record-breaking rains in October, one of the world's hottest deserts is currently in a burst of color: Over 20 kinds of desert wildflowers have sprung up, with visitors deeming the the once-a-decade phenomenon a "superbloom." Experience it for yourself below. Jeva Lange

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Jeva Lange
Jeva Lange

Jeva Lange was the executive editor at TheWeek.com. She formerly served as The Week's deputy editor and culture critic. She is also a contributor to Screen Slate, and her writing has appeared in The New York Daily News, The Awl, Vice, and Gothamist, among other publications. Jeva lives in New York City. Follow her on Twitter.