Skier dies after fall near Moraine Lake

A 34-year-old woman from Lake Louise has died after falling while skiing in the backcountry near Moraine Lake.

At 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27, Parks Canada responded to a call regarding a skier who had fallen a significant distance.

Visitor safety specialists reached the woman and extracted her by long line with the assistance of Alpine Helicopters.

STARS air ambulance was dispatched, but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

RCMP said they extend their condolences to her family and friends.