A solo skier triggered a windslab avalanche above the waterfall zone in Raymond’s Cataract (where the terrain rolls over) in the early afternoon. The victim was buried approximately 1 meter deep for 1.5-2 hours before he was dug out. Cardiac arrest followed and CPR was administered while a medical helicopter was called for. The man was declared dead about 4 p.m.
The avalanche was most likely category D2 with a 75 wide crown and max crown depth of 3 feet. It’s path took the skier in to river drainage which is referred to as a classic terrain trap. Our condolences to the victim’s family and frineds: