Anna Allen shares her personal experience from her burial in the 1982 avalanche at Alpine Meadows with The Sacramento Bee. She was buried for five days before being rescue. She suffered severe frost bite due to prolonged exposure and had both legs amputated. 7 people died in the avalanche including Anna’s boyfriend at the time.  For a comprehensive article on the tragic event to HERE.

jp22bImage of Alpine Meadows. 

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....

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