The recent avalanche near Lake Tahoe, now considered the deadliest in modern California history, has put a spotlight on backcountry skiing.

The recent avalanche near Lake Tahoe, now considered the deadliest in modern California history, has put a spotlight on backcountry skiing.

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Tahoe Avalanche Puts Spotlight on Backcountry Skiing

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