Victims of Tahoe Area Avalanche Identified

Victims of Tahoe Area Avalanche Identified

Feb 20, 2026, 2:52 AM en 8 views

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Several victims of the Sierra Nevada avalanche that struck backcountry skiers were identified, including mothers, sisters, and wives from Marin County, Calif.

Many victims of the avalanche had ties to Marin County, Calif., with some being mothers, sisters, and wives. The group of skiers, led by Blackbird Mountain Guides, faced tragedy near Lake Tahoe. Among the deceased were sisters Caroline Sekar and Liz Clabaugh, along with ski guides and other individuals, leaving behind devastated families.

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