The Sierra-at-Tahoe ski area, once celebrated for its majestic tall trees, has been irrevocably altered by the Caldor Fire of 2021, which devastated over 221,000 acres. The fire not only destroyed the natural beauty of the landscape but also forced the ski resort to close for an entire season, posing a significant financial risk. Despite this, upon visiting in January, the area buzzed with life as skiers returned to enjoy the new wide-open terrain, revealing a spirit of resilience that embodies hope for its future.
"Compared to before the fire, Sierra-at-Tahoe is unrecognizable... the new, wide-open slopes and bowls had a feel similar to ski resorts in the Alps more than the Sierra Nevada."
"The Caldor Fire burned with such intensity that it incinerated the entire landscape, destroying anything in its path and caused millions of dollars of damage."
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