A tragic avalanche occurred near Lake Tahoe, California, burying a group of skiers. Reports indicate that around 15 individuals were caught in the avalanche on Tuesday morning as a storm impacted the area. While six skiers were able to survive, nine others remain missing, prompting a significant rescue effort involving ski patrol teams and snow vehicles. The harsh weather conditions have complicated their ability to access the site of the incident.

The ski outing was organized by Blackbird Mountain Guides, who had arranged the trip for 11 clients and four of their guides at the Frog Lake cabins in the Castle Peak area. The group was returning from a three-day excursion when the avalanche struck. Blackbird Mountain Guides has issued a statement acknowledging the seriousness of the incident and confirming their active response to the situation as they gather more information.

As search and rescue teams work tirelessly under increasingly difficult conditions, the situation raises concerns about safety protocols in mountainous ski areas. The impact of such natural disasters on both the local skiing community and rescue operations highlights the need for preparedness in the face of unpredictable weather patterns and the potential for avalanches. The outcome of the search efforts will be closely monitored by both the families of those involved and the wider public, who are anxious for news of their loved ones and the effectiveness of rescue operations in such critical circumstances.