Burning Man "exodus operations" begin as driving ban is lifted, organizers say

Stranded Burning Man festival goers began heading home on Monday as a driving ban was lifted in the northern Nevada desert.

Tens of thousands of people had been stuck after flooding forced attendees to shelter in place. As of midday Monday, approximately 63,000 people remained on site, according to Burning Man. 

"Exodus operations" began at 2 p.m. local time, organizers said. Though the driving ban was lifted, attendees were advised to consider holding off on trips home until Tuesday to alleviate congestion. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office was helping organize departures from the Black Rock Desert.