Avalanche Tragedy Near Lake Tahoe Claims Lives, Sparks Investigation
An avalanche near Truckee, California, resulted in the rescue of six skiers, with two transported to the hospital for treatment. Nine individuals remained missing following the incident at Castle Peak, a popular backcountry ski destination. Treacherous weather conditions, including blizzard conditions and heavy snowfall, significantly hampered ongoing search and rescue efforts. The avalanche occurred during a period of high avalanche danger, with forecasters warning of likely natural and human-triggered slides.
John Q. Hosedrinker