In a statement, a Vail Resorts spokesman said the ski patrol was called to a “ski incident” at West Ridge Base, a black diamond route between the Whistler Bowl and West Bowl and over a cliff area. The Whistler RCMP said it was called to the area just before 4 p.m. and that the search in the area did not identify any other victims. A portion of the Whistler-Blackcomb route map showing the location of West Ridge. Credit: Whistler-Blackcomb Read more: One dead and two injured by avalanche near Blackcomb Glacier The story goes on under the ad The victim was pronounced dead at the scene “after emergency treatment and evaluation,” the resort said. Trending Stories
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“Whistler Blackcomb, Whistler Ski Patrol and the entire Vail Resorts family express our deepest sympathy and support to our guest’s family and friends,” said Geoff Buchheister, Whistler Blackcomb COO, in a statement. 2:00 One dead and several injured in avalanche near Pemberton One dead and several injured in avalanche near Pemberton – February 6, 2022 According to Avalanche Canada, size 1 is the lowest size rating for avalanches and is considered “relatively harmless to humans”. As of Thursday, the avalanche risk rating for the Sea to Sky region has been reported as “high”, with Avalanche Canada warning that heating seasons combined with the spring sun are expected to create dangerous conditions. Mountis said another 2-magnitude avalanche struck the West Col area off Blackcomb Mountain on Wednesday, catching several skiers but injuring no one. The story goes on under the ad
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“The snowdrift in and around Whistler is unstable right now due to warming weather and snowfall last week,” Whistler / Pemberton RCMP Staff Sgt. said Sascha Banks. “We encourage everyone to check your area before their backcountry or Whistler Blackcomb tour, know your skill level, your travel plan, have the right equipment and have friends with you.” The Whistler RCMP, the BC forensic service and Whistler Blackcomb’s health and safety team are investigating Tuesday’s death. © 2022 Global News, part of Corus Entertainment Inc.
