A snowmobiler died despite CPR after a cornice collapsed under his snowmobile in Whistler. The 52-year old man was the founding member of Nanaimo Search and Rescue.

Outdoor dangers

The Whistler Search and Rescue were sent to Mt. Callaghan after reports of a snowmobiler who had fallen in the area. The search crews found that the man stopped his snowmobile on a snow cornice that collapsed.

Edmonton first aid — As a life-saving skill, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can help save a life.

The man was found partly buried 250 feet below. Although other snowmobilers in the area dug him out and initiated CPR, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to Carly Trobrigde, Nanaimo Search and Rescue president, the members were saddened to learn of the passing of Karl Baker who was a dedicated member of NSAR for more than 15 years.

Why learn CPR?

For those who enjoy the outdoors, it is best to learn CPR. As a life-saving skill, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can help save a life. You can enroll in a first aid course to learn the life-saving skills to be prepared.

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