10 Jan 2024 | 08:49 PM UTC
US: Avalanche forces the closure of a ski resort in Olympic Valley, California, Jan. 10. Emergency operations ongoing
Response operations ongoing after avalanche affects ski resort in Olympic Valley, California, US, Jan. 10. Disruptions likely.
Response operations are ongoing after an avalanche affected Palisades Tahoe ski resort in Olympic Valley, California, on Jan. 10. Authorities have not confirmed if people are injured or missing due to the avalanche. Still, they have closed both sides of the mountain for the rest of Jan. 10.
Disruptions around the impacted area are likely through at least early Jan. 11. Additional avalanches are possible over the coming days. Other closures or evacuations cannot be ruled out.
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