8 skiers found dead, 1 missing after massive Lake Tahoe avalanche
Sheriff Shannan Moon announced the heartbreaking transition from a rescue to a recovery mission
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Eight skiers that went missing after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe in California have been found dead and one is still missing, authorities said Wednesday.
A sign is covered in snow during a storm on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026 in Truckee Calif. (AP Photos/Brooke Hess-Homeier) (AP Photos/Brooke Hess-Homeier)
Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said during a news conference that authorities have told the families the mission has moved from rescue to recovery.
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