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Tour guide company behind 10 skiers missing in avalanche breaks silence – as it’s slammed for ‘preventable’ disaster

Ten skiers remain missing after a Lake Tahoe avalanche that struck during a backcountry trip near Castle Peak.
Six skiers survived the avalanche and were told to remain at Frog Lake huts while rescuers worked to reach them.
Blackbird Mountain Guides organized the trip for 12 clients and four guides according to the company statement.
The avalanche occurred around 11:30 a.m. in Castle Peak, as a winter storm battered the area.
Nevada County Sheriff’s Office and Search and Rescue teams led the large-scale rescue operation.
High avalanche danger had been forecast for backcountry terrain in the Sierra region.
Six survivors were instructed to stay at the Frog Lake huts while rescuers continued efforts.
Rescuers used snowcats and snowmobiles to access the backcountry area during harsh conditions.
The group was staying at Frog Lake Backcountry Huts, remote cabins used by backcountry skiers.
The incident prompted questions about trip planning amid warnings of dangerous avalanche conditions.

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