"Fatal Avalanche Hits California Ski Resort, Claims 1 Life and Injures 3"

An avalanche struck California's Palisades Tahoe ski resort near Lake Tahoe, killing one person and injuring three others. The deceased was identified as Kenneth Kidd, 66, while two others were treated and released, and one suffered a lower leg injury. The resort's president called it a "very sad day" and stated that the cause of the avalanche is under investigation. The incident led to the closure of the ski resort, with over 100 personnel participating in the rescue operation. This marks the first US avalanche fatality of the season, as a strong storm was expected to bring heavy snow to the region.