Final missing Lake Tahoe skier found dead 5 days after avalanche

The final missing skier was found dead in the Lake Tahoe backcountry five days after an avalanche struck a group of skiers. The avalanche, which occurred in the Castle Peak area of the Sierra Nevada mountains, claimed the lives of nine people, including six friends and three Blackbird Mountain guides. Rescue efforts were hampered by harsh weather conditions, including white-out conditions and high winds, which prevented the use of helicopters for several days. Authorities mitigated avalanche risks by pouring water over the area before sending in search crews. The victims have been identified, and authorities are investigating the cause of the "football-field sized" avalanche, which is considered the deadliest in modern California history. Two members of the 15-person group survived.

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