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Skier injured in backcountry accident in South Monitor along Park City ridgeline
South Monitor bowl along the Park City ridgeline in March of 2017. Photo: Marina Knight // TownLift
PARK CITY, Utah – An avalanche in the backcountry near Park City Mountain Resort (PCMR) injured a skier on Thursday.
The incident occurred around 12:58 p.m. when a group of three backcountry skiers accessed the South Monitor area from Big Cottonwood Canyon. During their descent, the first skier triggered a wind slab avalanche. The slab broke 12-24 inches deep and approximately 200 feet wide, pulling the skier into a chute a through trees. The skier remained on top of the debris but lost their skis in the slide.
The skier sustained suspected rib injuries during the ride and called for help via radio after coming to a stop in the debris field. The party self-rescued and contacted a friend waiting for them in a vehicle near The Colony, ultimately evacuating without further assistance.
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The avalanche occurred in South Monitor Bowl on Katie’s, a known area for repeaters and wind slabs. (UAC) A separate team, consisting of four PCMR ski patroller on snowmobiles and skis, responded to the area to assist. Life Flight was activated and arrived on the scene but did not require a hoist, as the injured skier declined further medical intervention at that time.
The Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) reminds skiers and snowboarders to exercise extreme caution in backcountry terrain, as recent wind events have created dangerous slab conditions. Parties are encouraged to submit detailed reports to help inform safety recommendations and track conditions.
The UAC will visit the site of the avalanche on Friday and provide further details. Their condition has not been officially disclosed.
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By: Marina Knight
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A skier was injured in a backcountry accident while skiing in the South Monitor area along the Park City ridgeline. The skier was reportedly skiing off-piste in the backcountry when he lost control and crashed into a tree.Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the scene and were able to locate the injured skier. The skier was then airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment of his injuries. The extent of the skier’s injuries is currently unknown.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of backcountry skiing and the importance of being prepared and cautious when venturing off-piste. It is crucial for skiers to be equipped with the necessary safety gear, including avalanche beacons, shovels, and probes, and to have proper training in backcountry skiing techniques.
We wish the injured skier a speedy recovery and urge all skiers to prioritize safety when exploring the backcountry. Stay safe out there!
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Skier injured in avalanche at Katie’s along Park City Ridgeline
Thursday morning, a skier was caught and carried in an avalanche at Katie’s, a popular backcountry skiing area in South Monitor. The skier, who was with two companions, was able to self-rescue and get out of the area safely.
Thursday’s avalanche forecast in the Salt Lake area warned of moderate conditions with the possibility of triggering stiff, hard slabs of wind drifted snow in avalanche terrain.
Drew Hardesty, forecaster for the Utah Avalanche Center, said Thursday, “This was the type of terrain that is very fitting for the conditions for avalanches being triggered today. We have a lot of wind drifting and loading of steep terrain from the southwest, west, and northwest winds.”
Katie’s is a high elevation, north-facing slope of 38 degrees.
“The Monitors are pretty famous for being heavily wind loaded and thus there are very few trees in the monitors,” said Hardesty. “It is very fitting of the zones that we were warning about as where people might find and trigger what I would call stubborn, hard slabs of wind-drifted snow.”
The party of three had come up to Katie’s from Big Cottonwood Canyon, and one was caught, carried and lost gear. Unreported injuries were sustained and the party called 911, which activated ski patrol from Park City Mountain, as well as a Life Flight helicopter. The skiers were ultimately able to self-rescue. Hardesty said that he does not believe they were stuck for long.
“I think it went pretty efficiently for those guys. It’s really great that they were able to self rescue and I am glad that injuries and that incident wasn’t worse,” said Hardesty.
The Utah Avalanche Center has warned of two significant factors in the snowpack that are currently exacerbating the avalanche dangers in the area: wind-drifted snow and a persistent weak layer.
In Thursday’s forecast, Hardesty wrote, “The backcountry is now littered with stiff and stubborn hard slabs of wind drifted snow. Hard slabs have a nasty habit of fracturing well after you’re on the slope. It may be another day or so before these rounded whales settle out and stabilize.”
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Skier injured in avalanche at Katie’s along Park City RidgelinePark City, Utah – A skier was injured in an avalanche at Katie’s along the Park City Ridgeline on Sunday afternoon. The skier, who has not been identified, was skiing in a popular backcountry area when the avalanche occurred.
Rescue crews were called to the scene and were able to locate the skier buried under the snow. The skier was quickly extracted and transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The extent of the skier’s injuries is currently unknown.
The Park City Ridgeline is a popular destination for backcountry skiing and snowboarding, but also poses risks of avalanches, especially after heavy snowfall. Skiers and snowboarders are reminded to always be prepared and aware of the conditions before venturing into the backcountry.
Our thoughts are with the injured skier and their family during this difficult time. We urge all outdoor enthusiasts to stay safe and informed while enjoying the beautiful backcountry of Park City.
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Avalanche on Park City ridgeline carries skier through trees
The Utah Avalanche Center reports the first skier on the backcountry slope triggered a hard slab avalanche roughly to 2 feet deep and 200 feet wide.
The skier who triggered the slide was caught and carried through trees and sustained injuries.
The skiers told UAC they believe the skier was carried 500 feet down the hill before they came to a stop.
Ski patrollers from Park City Mountain responded to the out-of-bounds call and helped the party of three get out of the area.
The UAC reports heavy winds on Tuesday and Wednesday piled snow onto the north-facing slope, making for an unstable surface.
An avalanche was triggered in the same area Tuesday by a different group of skiers, but they were able to avoid getting caught in the slide.
Recently, an avalanche on a ridgeline in Park City took a skier on a wild ride through the trees. The skier, who was caught in the avalanche, was carried down the steep slope as snow and debris cascaded around them.Fortunately, the skier was able to navigate through the trees and avoid any serious injuries. However, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with backcountry skiing and the importance of being prepared for such situations.
Avalanches are a real and serious threat in mountainous regions, and skiers and snowboarders must always be aware of the risks involved. It is crucial to be educated on avalanche safety, carry the necessary equipment, and make informed decisions while out in the backcountry.
This incident is a reminder to always be cautious and aware of your surroundings while enjoying the beauty of the mountains. Stay safe out there, and never underestimate the power of nature.
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