Nine skiers missing, 6 trapped after north California mountains avalanche

Rescue teams are battling blizzard conditions in the Sierra Nevada mountains of northern California to reach six skiers trapped after a major avalanche on February 18, 2026. Nine other skiers from the same group are missing, and the threat of further avalanches remains high due to a powerful winter storm. The group consisted of ski guides and clients, and authorities were alerted to the situation through the ski tour company and emergency beacons. The six survivors are in contact with officials via their beacons, but rescue efforts are slow and dangerous due to the ongoing avalanche risk. Authorities are proceeding cautiously to access the area and locate the missing skiers.

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