A devastating avalanche in the Sierra Nevada near Lake Tahoe has become the deadliest in the U.S. in decades, claiming at least eight lives during a backcountry skiing expedition near Castle Peak. Authorities say the group of 15 skiers was returning to camp when the avalanche struck, prompting a massive search-and-rescue effort that later shifted to recovery. Among those confirmed dead were six close friends \u2014 Kate Vitt, Carrie Atkin, Danielle Keatley, Kate Morse, and sisters Caroline Sekar and Liz Clabaugh \u2014 described by their families as devoted mothers, wives, and experienced skiers who shared a deep love of the outdoors and traveled together often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Communities across California, Idaho, and the Truckee\u2013Tahoe region are now mourning the loss. Loved ones say the women\u2019s bond extended far beyond skiing, rooted in friendship and family. Tributes have poured in, including from the Sugar Bowl Academy community, as families focus on supporting their children and honoring the women\u2019s lives. Recovery efforts continue amid difficult weather conditions, with authorities closing access to the area to protect first responders. The tragedy has left an enduring mark on the tight-knit mountain community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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