An avalanche today at Squaw Valley USA claimed the life of longtime ski patroller Andrew Entin. He was 41.
Entin. . . was working on avalanche controls about 8 a.m. when he was caught in a slide and partially buried, Squaw Valley Fire Department spokesman Pete Bansen said. . . . Another member of the ski patrol dug him out while emergency crews responded to the scene, but he later died at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Bansen said. . . . Squaw Valley USA said in a statement that Entin suffered multiple fractures and trauma. The cause of death was under investigation. Entin’s hometown was not immediately known.
Tahoe has received more than four feet of snow in the last 24 hours.
[Link: SF Gate]
We are regular skiers at Squaw Valley and always appreciate the Ski Patrol members hard work.
Recently my husband had a accident and the Ski Patrol was very efficient and caring.
I believe most of the time they do save pople’s life by responding so quickly to the call.
Our prayers go to Andrew Entin’s family in this very difficult time.
Sandra
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