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Tragic Avalanche Sparks Safety Concerns in California Skiing

3/7/2026

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A catastrophic avalanche killed nine skiers in California, raising safety and transparency concerns.
California lacks a comprehensive system to monitor ski injuries and deaths.
Past bills to mandate reporting have been vetoed, leaving resorts unaccountable.
Industry representatives warn that raw data can be misleading because conditions vary.
Advocates for transparency, including Dan Gregorie, whose daughter died in a skiing accident, urge public safety information to inform skiers of risks.

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Story summary

A catastrophic avalanche killed nine skiers in California, raising safety and transparency concerns.
California lacks a comprehensive system to monitor ski injuries and deaths.
Past bills to mandate reporting have been vetoed, leaving resorts unaccountable.
Industry representatives warn that raw data can be misleading because conditions vary.
Advocates for transparency, including Dan Gregorie, whose daughter died in a skiing accident, urge public safety information to inform skiers of risks.