Event Brief
Several backcountry skiers missing after avalanche
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: Search crews are looking for missing skiers following an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada.
WHO: Search crews, Nevada County Sheriff's Office
WHAT: Avalanche occurred, skiers missing
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET
WHERE: Castle Peak area
WHY: Avalanche incident
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