8 Skiers Found Dead After Castle Peak Avalanche in California With One Still Missing For What is Now The Deadliest Avalanche Accident in State History [This article is a follow-up to a previously published story on Tuesday, February 17, 2026] An avalanche that struck a guided backcountry ski group near Castle Peak, California, has now been confirmed as the deadliest avalanche in modern state history, after authorities announced Wednesday that eight missing skiers were found dead, according to Nevada County officials. The avalanche occurred Tuesday […] Avalanche Martin Kuprianowicz | February 18, 2026 1 Comment