Eight Confirmed Dead Following Avalanche in the Sierra Nevada

A guided backcountry ski outing in the Sierra Nevada ended in tragedy on February 17, 2026, when an avalanche struck near Castle Peak outside Truckee, California. Authorities said the slide occurred around 11:30 a.m. in the Lake Tahoe region, where a group of 15 skiers, including four professional guides, had set out despite challenging winter conditions.continue reading …