An 18-year-old skier has died after hitting a tree at Mount Rose Ski Tahoe in Nevada. The accident occurred on Thursday, January 9. According to the Washoe County Regional Medical Examinerโs Office, Ski Patrol responded immediately to scene but the teenager succumbed to his injuries on site and was pronounced dead in the resortโs first aid facility. The victim was identified as Max Chavalithumrong, a student at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).
โMt. Rose Ski Tahoe management and staff extend their deepest sympathy and support to the family and friends of the skier.”
โ Mount Rose Ski Tahoe
My little brother Max passed away yesterday in a skiing accident. Max was a special kid who we loved very much.Our family will be hosting a memorial service tomorrow @ 6pm, 1/11/25 at Wat Buddhapradeep of Reno. Please come and help us celebrate his life.
Please let me know if you can make it, everyone can come. My parents want to make food for all of Maxโs friends.
If you canโt make it tomorrow, ceremonies will be held at 6pm at the temple each day through Tuesday. You can come as many days as you would like.
Address:
1100 12th St, Sparks, NV 89431
Our thoughts and prayers go to the victimโs family and friends at this difficult time.