A 34-year-old skier has died and another was seriously hurt on Friday in an avalanche at a Northern California ski resort.

Cole Comstock, of Blairsden, was killed at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort near Lake Tahoe and his friend was rushed to hospital with severe injuries to his lower body.

The avalanche took place at around 10.16am Pacific Time at the resort which is located seven miles from Lake Tahoe.

On Thursday Comstock's wife Caitlin took to Facebook and wrote: 'I don't need a Monday to rave about my man and the mega crush I have on him.

'The more time goes on, the more I LOVE marriage. Sure it's not always Kenny G playing live in your living room among rose petals for Valentine's Day (Kanye to Kim K), but I wouldn't want it to be.

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Cole Comstock, of Blairsden, was killed in the avalanche. He is pictured above with his wife Caitlin

Two members of the ski patrol investigate the top of the avalanche zone on the Subway run at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort near Lake Tahoe, California, Friday

The avalanche took place at around 10.16am Pacific Time at the resort which is located seven miles from Lake Tahoe. Cole Comstock is pictured above

'Perfect is boring... the little hick ups that make us step out of our comfort zones to communicate, or the real conversations that make you realize, no I actually AM wrong, and learn from your mistakes to be a better wife, or the compromises made to keep both sides working together... is all so worth it and everything but perfect. I remember saying 'I'll marry after 32 and have kids after 35', as if I was the one in control of what the universe had mapped out for me.

'I found my twin flame at 28 and INSTANTLY knew he was meant for me, and wasted no time letting anyone else have the opportunity to snag him. That's right ladies, I asked him to marry me... f*ck traditional, this is 2020. Know your heart, know your worth, stand tall and proud in your decisions and your design and do NOT let a good man go when he looks like this and has a heart of gold... hubba hubba.

'I would do it all over again because when you know, you know and I knew in MINUTES this one was for me. I am so grateful to be your wifey.

'We have just melted the tip of the iceberg on what life has in store for us. I cannot wait for whats next and watch the dreams we have come to fruition. You ARE my dream come true, and I am more proud of how amazing and hard working you are every day. I love you I love you I love you. Now, let's go play in the snow.'

Caitlin took to Facebook and wrote the loving post on Thursday morning

Caitlin called Cole her 'twin flame' and in the Facebook post said 'I love you I love you I love you. Now, let's go play in the snow'

Caitlin called Cole her 'twin flame' and said that she had proposed to him

The Sierra Avalanche Center warned of dangerous avalanche conditions for all elevations, saying there was 'a high degree of uncertainty in regards to snowpack instability near and below treeline'

The Sierra Avalanche Center warned of dangerous avalanche conditions for all elevations, stating on its website that there was 'a high degree of uncertainty in regards to snowpack instability near and below treeline.'

According to a press release from Alpine Meadows, the avalanche occurred in an advanced ski area between Scott Chute and Promised Land near Scott Chair, within an open area of the resort.

Ski patrol responded to the scene and proceeded to scour the area with the aid of avalanche dog teams and special equipment for additional possible victims, but no one has been reported missing and the search wrapped up before noon.

The avalanche occurred in an advanced ski area between Scott Chute and Promised Land near Scott Chair

'The entire Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows team, including all of the first responders, extend their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased,' the press release stated. 'We are working closely with the families of all the affected individuals to ensure their continued care.'

KCRA reported that Alpine Meadows' operations team had closed Alpine Meadows Road early Friday for avalanche control.

A storm that swept through Northern California on Thursday dumped up to 25 inches of snow at the top of the resort, said Edan Weishahn, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in Reno, Nevada. She said 1 to 2 feet of snow fell in the surrounding mountains over a 24-hour period.

An avalanche at Alpine Meadows in 1982 killed seven people, including several employees of the ski resort.

On its website, Alpine Meadows Ski Resort touts itself as a 'picturesque playground for families and off-the-radar thrill-seekers.' The property has more than 100 trails across 2400 acres, groomed runs and chalet-style lodges.