Deaths mark 12th skiing fatality in less than a week across Tahoe region
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Two men were killed Friday in separate ski incidents at Heavenly Mountain Resort’s Boulder Lodge, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responded at approximately 11:55 a.m. to what authorities described as two separate fatal ski incidents at Heavenly’s Boulder Lodge.
In a statement, the sheriff’s office said, “At approximately 11:55 a.m., the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to two separate fatal ski incidents at Heavenly’s Boulder Lodge.”
Both decedents were transported to the base area by Heavenly Ski Patrol, officials said. Life-saving measures were attempted by Ski Patrol and paramedics from the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, but “both individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene,” according to the sheriff’s office.
Authorities confirmed the two victims were males, ages 33 and 58. Though the incidents occurred around the same time and location, officials emphasized they were unrelated.
“The incidents are not connected, and there is no known relationship between the decedents,” the sheriff’s office stated.
The cause and manner of death remain under investigation and are pending determination. The sheriff’s office said identification of the decedents will be released following notification of next of kin.
The fatalities come during a tragic stretch across the greater Tahoe region, bringing the total number of skiing-related deaths in less than a week to 12.
Earlier this week, nine skiers were killed in an avalanche while traveling out of Castle Peak amid powerful Sierra storms that delivered heavy snowfall. In a separate incident, a 21-year-old female skier died at Northstar California Resort.
Heavenly Vice President and General Manager Shaydar Edelmann issued a statement expressing condolences.
“On behalf of the entire Heavenly Mountain Resort team, we extend our heartfelt condolences to our guests’ family, friends and loved ones. We are appreciative of the efforts of our Ski Patrol team, and the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District,” Edelmann said.
Officials said the investigation into Friday’s incidents remains active. No additional details were immediately available.
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