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An avalanche occurred at a ski resort in Tahoe, California, killing one person and injuring another, according to authorities.
One man was reported dead and another person sustained minor non-life-threatening injuries after the avalanche took place at the Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort around 9.30am on Wednesday, 10 January, Placer County Sheriff’s Office Sgt David Smith said at a press conference Wednesday evening. Both were guests at the resort.
No others were reported missing and all search efforts have concluded. There is “nobody else up on the mountain as a result of the avalanche,” the sergeant said.
Dee Byrne, the president of Palisades Tahoe ski resort, said it was a “very sad day for my team and everyone here.” She added that an investigation is ongoing…
