Nine skiers missing, six trapped in California avalanche

Rescue teams are working under severe blizzard conditions to locate six skiers trapped after an avalanche in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Nine other skiers from the same group remain missing, with ongoing high avalanche risks complicating rescue efforts. The survivors are in contact with authorities via emergency beacons, having created a makeshift shelter to endure the harsh conditions. A powerful winter storm is affecting the region, leading to significant snowfall and increased avalanche threats.

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