A 47-year old Alberta snowmobiler was given CPR. The man was killed in an avalanche in northeast British Columbia.

Danger in the mountains

The RCMP stated that the slide came down Sunday afternoon near Albright Ridge, west of Tumbler Ridge, hitting a total of five snowmobilers, one of whom was buried in more than two meters of snow.

The location northwest of Albright Ridge is known to be an alpine area used by a small number of experienced snowmobilers.

Tumbler Ridge RCMP received a call from a US center that monitors Satellite Personal Trackers which were used by the snowmobilers. The devices utilize Global Positional System technology to track the users in cases of emergencies.

Two of the snowmobilers dug out their trapped companion while the two others went to get help. The injured male had been dug out by the survivors using avalanche beacons, probes and shovels from about two meters of snow and required CPR.

The search and rescue could not find the men who stayed behind. The RCMP stated that it was due to numerous challenges including lack of light, snow conditions and difficult terrain. The search was called off on Sunday night, but police stated that the men were in good health with water, food, fire and an emergency kit.

Timely intervention

The prompt delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during emergencies can save a life. This life-saving technique can improve the chances of survival during emergencies.

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