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Dangerous conditions delay the recovery of 8 killed in California avalanche
The Sierra Avalanche Center reported a high risk of large avalanches amid a powerful storm that delayed recovery efforts for eight killed and one missing in the Sierra Nevada.
- Eight skiers died and one remains missing after an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada, with recovery delayed due to dangerous storm conditions and the risk of further avalanches.
- The group of 15 skiers, mostly women with ties to the Lake Tahoe alpine community and Sugar Bowl Academy, was caught in the avalanche on the last day of a multiday trip amid a powerful winter storm.
- Rescue efforts were hampered by heavy snowfall, difficult terrain, and delayed arrival of rescue teams, with some victims found by surviving skiers before teams reached them.
- Investigations are ongoing into why guides proceeded despite avalanche warnings; safety protocols and the involvement of state agencies are under review.
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Dangerous conditions delay recovery of skiers killed in Castle Peak avalanche
Authorities in California say it will be at least another day before crews can attempt to recover the bodies of eight people killed in an avalanche and one other who remains missing.
·San Francisco, United States
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right1Center18Last UpdatedBias Distribution78% Center
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