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Blackbird Mountain Guides Report on Lake Tahoe Avalanche That Killed 9 Skiers Assigns No Blame.
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A report commissioned by Blackbird Mountain Guides, the company leading a backcountry ski party near Lake Tahoe where an avalanche killed nine skiers in February, attributed no direct blame to the company.
- The report, based on GPS data, weather information, and accounts from guides, details the group's movements during a major snowstorm but does not draw conclusions or address why the group left shelter during the storm.
- The exact cause of the avalanche remains unknown, with the report stating it is unclear whether it was naturally triggered or caused by the group's weight.
- The Nevada County sheriff’s department continues to review the case, and potential legal actions, including civil lawsuits from victims' families, have not yet been filed.
