Avalanche near Mount Arrowsmith, New Zealand, results in fatal heli-skiing accident.
A search and rescue operation is underway near Mount Arrowsmith in New Zealand's Southern Alps after an avalanche occurred on Sunday. One person was fatally injured during a heli-skiing trip and was found critically wounded but later succumbed to injuries. Authorities confirmed no other individuals are missing. The area is under considerable avalanche risk, prompting warnings from the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory. Identity details of the victim are pending notification to family.
September 25, 2024
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