A ski patroller at Palisades Tahoe was injured following a significant winter storm that brought over 2 feet of snow in 24 hours. The incident occurred during early morning hours as the patroller was preparing for avalanche control near the KT-22 chairlift. After the injury, operations on the mountain were delayed, and the upper mountain area remained closed for the day. The storm had a broad impact across California's mountains, with snowfall totals reported at 93% above median levels for the season, as more snow is expected soon.
The ski patroller was injured while conducting avalanche control work after a significant snowstorm deposited over 2 feet of fresh snow in 24 hours.
Palisades Tahoe spokesperson Patrick Lacey expressed concern for the injured patroller, stating, 'Our thoughts are with our injured team member for a speedy recovery.'
The storm, impacting the Central Sierra, reported over 27 inches in 24 hours, pushing total precipitation to 107% of the median for the season.
Due to the injury, Palisades Tahoe announced the delay of mountain operations, with upper mountain lifts remaining closed for the day.
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