Eight Skiers Dead, One Missing in US Avalanche

An avalanche in the US has resulted in the deaths of eight skiers, with another still missing, marking it as one of the deadliest avalanches since 1981.

18 Feb, 19:10 — 18 Feb, 22:02

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 4 sources cover this story

News outlets largely align on the core facts of eight skiers dead and one missing in an avalanche. While some focus on the immediate details and location, others emphasize the historical deadliness of the event within the US.

What sources agree on

Eight skiers have died in an avalanche.
One skier remains missing.
The incident involves an avalanche in the US.

Where they diverge

Historical significance of the avalanche

The IndependentTimes of India

These outlets highlight the event as one of the 'deadliest avalanches in US history' or 'deadliest' since 1981.

NPRReuters

These outlets focus on the immediate facts of the tragedy without emphasizing its historical context in the provided snippets.

Notable gaps

Specific location of the avalanche

Covered by npr, reuters · Not in independent, times-india

Details about survivors or additional people found

Covered by npr, independent · Not in times-india, reuters

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Coverage Timeline

Reuters18 Feb, 19:10First to report

8 backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche

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NPR55m ago

8 backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche

Authorities say the bodies of eight backcountry skiers have been found and one remains missing after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe in California. Six others were found alive.

By The Associated Press

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The Independent1h ago