RCMP have released more details surrounding the death of a skier in an avalanche near Mount Black Prince yesterday.
An RCMP investigation revealed four people were skiing in the area when the avalanche occurred. It carried a 34-year-old Calgary woman a distance before she was buried in snow.
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"An SOS beacon was sent out, notifying emergency responders, and despite diligent best efforts of the other three skiers to provide medical attention, the female was declared deceased by first responders," states the new release.
"RCMP send their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased."
Cochrane and Stoney Nakoda RCMP responded to assist Kananaskis Mountain Rescue and Kananaskis Emergency Services on Mar. 14 at about 4 p.m. after a report of an avalanche in a back-country area off of Highway 742 near Mount Black Prince.
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