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A high wind warning is in effect across the New England region until Thursday afternoon, with some of the highest wind gusts recorded by the National Weather Service including 109 MPH on Mount Washington, 69 MPH in Wellfleet, and 67 MPH in Nantucket. The Nor'easter has brought fierce winds and snowfall, with data being collected on hourly snowfall and precipitation totals.
A University of Vermont junior, Madison Saltsburg, died in a backcountry skiing accident on Mount Washington, New Hampshire. She fell about 600 vertical feet in steep and icy terrain, while two others sustained injuries. Mount Washington is known for its fickle weather and frequent rescues. Another hiker was also rescued after going off trail and becoming hypothermic.
Madison Saltsburg, a 20-year-old University of Vermont student, tragically died while skiing at Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington. She fell 600 feet to her death, while another skier with her is in critical condition. Two other skiers suffered serious injuries that day, possibly due to a change in temperature affecting the snowpack. The UVM community is mourning the loss of Saltsburg, who was described as a junior from Pennsylvania.
A 20-year-old backcountry skier died and two others were seriously injured in icy conditions at Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington in New Hampshire. The steep bowl, known for its challenging terrain, proved deadly as temperatures dropped and skiers encountered hard and icy surfaces. Search efforts continued into the night, with rescuers battling worsening conditions. Mount Washington, notorious for fickle weather, has seen frequent rescues, including a recent incident involving a hiker who became hypothermic after going off trail.
A backcountry skier tragically died after falling 600 feet down Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington in New Hampshire, amid hard and icy conditions. The U.S. Forest Service reported that the steep bowl, known for its challenging terrain, had dangerous conditions due to firm and icy surfaces. Several accidents occurred, with one skier suffering fatal injuries and others sustaining non-life-threatening trauma. This incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with snow sports, as industry experts advise awareness of changing weather and snow conditions.
A 20-year-old skier died after falling nearly 600 feet down an icy ravine on Mount Washington in New Hampshire, while two others suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The group faced hard, icy snow surfaces and unforgiving conditions, and the US Forest Service and Mount Washington Avalanche Center conducted a rescue effort. The area, known for extreme skiing, is covered in snow and ice in winter and requires careful use of mountaineering tools and equipment.
A 20-year-old skier fell to her death on Mount Washington in New Hampshire after slipping off Tuckerman Ravine, while stormy and icy conditions led to at least two other rescues over the weekend. The mountain, known for its rapid weather changes, has been the site of frequent rescues, including a recent incident where a hiker had to be rescued after falling and becoming hypothermic.
A 20-year-old skier died after falling 600ft down Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington in New Hampshire, while two others suffered serious injuries. The steep and icy conditions led to multiple falls, prompting extensive search and rescue efforts in challenging weather conditions. Mount Washington, known for its fickle weather, has seen frequent rescues, including the recent retrieval of a hiker who fell and became hypothermic.
A 20-year-old backcountry skier died after falling 600 feet down a ravine on Mount Washington in New Hampshire, while two others were rescued from the area amid icy and stormy conditions. The incident occurred during a winter storm warning, with the National Weather Service predicting up to 1 foot of wet, heavy snow and strong winds. The U.S. Forest Service highlighted the ever-changing mountain hazards in the area, including avalanches, open crevasse holes, icy steep slopes, and falling rocks and ice.
A 20-year-old woman died after falling 600 feet while skiing in Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington, New Hampshire. The area had hard, icy snow surfaces and open crevasse holes, leading to fatal and traumatic injuries for the skier and her companion. Rescuers also responded to two other skiers who suffered injuries from falling on the firm and icy snow surface. The U.S. Forest Service highlighted the hazardous conditions due to a lack of recent snowfall and cold temperatures, emphasizing the ever-changing risks in the area.
A woman tragically died after falling approximately 600 feet down Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington, while two other skiers suffered traumatic injuries from falling ice and rocks on the icy and firm snow surface. Responding teams from the Mount Washington Avalanche Center and U.S. Forest Service worked to evacuate the victim and attend to the injured skiers, with multiple falls witnessed throughout the day in steep mountaineering terrain.
Emergency crews are working to rescue three people at Tuckerman Ravine on New Hampshire’s Mount Washington, with two already rescued and one still being assisted. The individuals involved may have serious injuries, and authorities are coordinating the rescue effort.
Hiker Cole Matthes was rescued from Mount Washington after making poor decisions and being underprepared for harsh winter conditions, leading to an 11-hour rescue operation. Matthes, who drifted off the trail and slid down a ravine, expressed gratitude and regret for the risky rescue. Despite declining an ambulance due to cost concerns, he is recovering from frostbite. New Hampshire Fish and Game criticized his lack of proper gear and decision-making, but have not yet decided on potential recovery of rescue costs.
Hiker Cole Matthes describes an 11-hour ordeal after falling on Mount Washington, admitting he was underprepared for the harsh winter conditions. Despite being rescued by a team of 11 men, Matthes declined an ambulance and drove himself to the hospital, where he is recovering from frostbite on his toes. New Hampshire Fish and Game criticized Matthes for his poor decisions and lack of proper gear, and is considering seeking rescue costs from him.
A skier named Dominic Torro triggered an avalanche while skiing on Mount Washington in New Hampshire. The incident was captured on video, showing Torro losing control as a chunk of snow broke off and followed him down the slope. Torro suffered a severe lower leg injury and was rescued by the National Guard Helicopter crew. Mount Washington is known for its sporadic weather, and although it was not in a daily 5-scale avalanche hazard rating, the Mount Washington Avalanche Center warned that there is still danger. Avalanches on the mountain require rescue assistance for an average of 25 people per year.