Avalanche Survivors Used this Smartphone Feature to Get Help

Six people survived the catastrophic avalanche near Lake Tahoe on Feb. 17. Over 40 first-responders were able to reach some of the group of 15. Eight people were found dead and one person is missing and presumed dead as more snow, low visibility and high winds continue. This is the deadliest avalanche in California in recent years. The families identified the women who died in the avalanche. They were part of a close-knit group of friends, including two sisters, who skied together regularly.

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