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Skier Survives Avalanche Ordeal on Mt. Washington

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Source: NH Fish and Game Department
Skier Survives Avalanche Ordeal on Mt. Washington
Photo: NH Fish and Game Department
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A skier in New Hampshire triggered an avalanche and suffered a life-threatening lower-leg injury while skiing on Mount Washington. Two other skiers provided aid and called 911, initiating a rescue operation involving US Forest Service Snow Rangers, New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers, the National Guard Helicopter, and Mountain Rescue Service personnel. The injured skier was stabilized and airlifted to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center for treatment. The two skiers who gave aid hiked out and are safe.

Topics:nationsportsoutdoor-recreation#avalanche#mount-washington#new-hampshire#rescue#skiing#sportsoutdoor-recreation
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