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Two ski patrollers were injured in an avalanche at Mammoth Mountain during mitigation work, leading to the suspension of mountain operations amid a heavy snowstorm that has deposited over five feet of snow since Tuesday.
Two ski patrollers at Mammoth Mountain were caught in an avalanche while performing mitigation work during a heavy snowstorm, resulting in serious injuries and hospitalizations. The incident follows a previous fatal avalanche at the same location earlier this year. The resort remains closed for safety reasons amid record snowfall that has revitalized the struggling California ski industry.
Two ski patrollers were injured in an avalanche while conducting mitigation work at Mammoth Mountain in California, leading to the closure of the ski area for the day due to high avalanche danger.
Telluride ski resort owner Chuck Horning announced the closure of the resort on December 27 due to a planned strike by ski patrollers over wage disputes, marking a significant labor conflict that could impact the community and tourism.
Telluride ski patrollers voted to strike starting December 27 after failed contract negotiations with the resort owner, citing issues over wages and appreciation, with union members expressing concerns about safety and retention. The dispute has garnered community and industry attention, reflecting broader tensions in the ski industry.