Tag: Banff
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Tragedy on Easy Slopes: What the Banff Snow-Safety Incident Teaches Skiers
Overview: A sobering reminder on familiar terrain A recent incident at a Banff, Alberta ski resort has drawn attention to the dangers that can lurk on even the most approachable, well-marked runs. The death of a 47-year-old skier from Toronto, who reportedly fell into deep snow and became entrapped on a weekend afternoon, underscores that…
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Tragic Banff Skiing Incident Highlights Snow-Sports Dangers on Easy Slopes
Tragic Banff Skiing Incident Spurs Talk on Snow-Sport Safety The sudden death of a 47-year-old skier from Toronto after a fall at a Banff National Park-area ski resort has drawn attention to a hidden danger in snow sports: accidents can occur even on well-marked, gentle runs. While the incident is under investigation, it underscores the…
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Banff Skier Death Highlights Snow Sports Dangers on Slopes
Overview: Tragedy on a Banff slope prompts safety reflection A 47-year-old Toronto man died after a skiing incident on a Banff National Park area slope this past weekend, drawing attention to the hidden dangers that can accompany snow sports even on trails considered easy or well-marked. While injuries on ski hills are not uncommon, fatalities…