Ski Scares in California: Big Bear and Lake Tahoe Incidents
Ski Scares in California: Big Bear and Lake Tahoe Incidents
US · Published Feb 27, 2026
A skier in Big Bear, California, was rescued after slipping under a ski lift safety bar, highlighting ski lift safety concerns.
In Lake Tahoe, two skiers successfully rescued another skier buried in snow, underscoring avalanche risks.
The incidents in Big Bear and Lake Tahoe emphasize the importance of safety measures and vigilance in winter sports.
California ski incidents raise safety concerns
Two separate ski incidents in California have brought the risks of winter sports into sharp focus. In Big Bear, a skier was left dangling from a ski lift after slipping under the safety bar, an event that was captured on video and shared widely, prompting concerns about ski lift safety. In Lake Tahoe, a skier was rescued by two others after being buried in snow, highlighting the dangers of avalanches.
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