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Nine killed in deadly Tahoe avalanche as survivors fought to save friends
New details emerge on the tragic Castle Peak avalanche that claimed the lives of nine experienced backcountry skiers near Lake Tahoe.

Tahoe National Forest Closes Castle Peak Area After Deadly Avalanche
Families of Six Castle Peak Avalanche Victims Release Statement
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Feb. 28, 2026
Deadly Avalanche Kills Six Mothers on Backcountry Ski Trip
The victims were experienced skiers who bonded over their love of the outdoors.
Feb. 27, 2026
Six Castle Peak avalanche victims identified
Families say the victims were passionate, skilled skiers who cherished time in the mountains
Feb. 27, 2026
Families of six mothers killed in Tahoe avalanche break silence
The victims were experienced backcountry skiers on a guided trip when the tragedy occurred.
Feb. 26, 2026
Tree falls onto Disneyland visitors during winter storm
Two Disneyland Resort parkgoers were injured late Tuesday night when a tree toppled onto them in the midst of powerful winds brought to Southern California by a winter storm.
Feb. 26, 2026
Avalanche expert says answers in fatal California slide will come from survivors
Renowned avalanche expert Bruce Tremper cautions against rushing to judgment on the guides' decisions.
Feb. 25, 2026
Hazardous Weather Hampers Recovery of Avalanche Victims at Castle Peak
Nevada County Sheriff's Office unable to safely extract victims due to dangerous conditions.
Feb. 25, 2026
Founder of backcountry tour company speaks out on deadly Tahoe avalanche
Blackbird Mountain Guides founder says all guides were highly trained, but 'we don't have all the answers yet'
Feb. 25, 2026
Deadly Avalanche Strikes California Ski Academy Community
Parents of students at Sugar Bowl Academy among victims in Sierra Nevada Mountains tragedy
Feb. 25, 2026
8 Killed in California Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe
Skiers with ties to the local alpine community among the victims
Feb. 24, 2026
Backcountry Tour Company Defends Guides' Avalanche Safety Credentials After Deadly Tahoe Disaster
Blackbird Mountain Guides says all guides were certified in avalanche safety, but investigations are still ongoing into the decisions that led to the tragedy.
Feb. 24, 2026
Deadly Avalanche Claims Parents of Sugar Bowl Academy Students
Eight killed, one missing in Sierra Nevada Mountains tragedy
Feb. 23, 2026
Deadly Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe Kills 8
Rescue crews battle brutal conditions searching for one missing skier presumed dead.
Feb. 23, 2026
Rescuer Discovers Spouse Among Avalanche Victims Near Lake Tahoe
Tragedy strikes Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue team as one of their own finds their loved one among the deceased.
Feb. 23, 2026
Deadly Avalanche Strikes California Ski Expedition
Eight killed, one missing in devastating snowslide near Donner Pass
Feb. 23, 2026
8 Skiers Found Dead After California Avalanche
Rescue crews continue search for 1 missing skier in Sierra Nevada mountains
Feb. 22, 2026
Rescuers Continue Search for 9 Missing After Truckee Avalanche
An update on the search and rescue efforts is expected Wednesday morning.
Feb. 22, 2026
8 Skiers Dead After Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe
Rescue mission shifts to recovery as one person remains missing in deadly incident
Feb. 22, 2026
8 Skiers Dead After Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe
Rescue mission turns to recovery as authorities search for one missing person
Feb. 21, 2026
Nine Skiers Still Missing After California Avalanche
Six others rescued from stranded group in Sierra Nevada mountains
Feb. 21, 2026
Crews Search for 9 Missing Skiers After Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe
Rescue efforts hampered by extreme winter conditions in the Sierra Nevada Mountains