Fernie Search and Rescue (SAR) was yesterday tasked to respond to an avalanche in Orca Bowl.

Three skiers were involved in a Size Three skier-triggered avalanche. One skier was fully buried and dug out by his ski companions.

Fernie SAR Avalanche Technicians responded with Ascent Helicopters to extricate the injured skier. A combination of good luck and rapid response by his companions meant that this event did not have a much worse outcome.

Thanks to various members of the public as well as Island Lake Lodge guides for being so quick to report the slide despite it being outside of their property.

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