One person is dead following an avalanche in a remote area near the Klehini River, Pleasant Camp, close to the B.C./U.S. border.
RCMP received a Garmin SOS alert on March 22 at about 3:26 p.m., approximately 500 km from Atlin.
Information indicated that an avalanche had taken place, and one person was unconscious and CPR was underway.
RCMP coordinated with Atlin Search and Rescue (SAR) to plan an extraction.
“Due to the remote location, a helicopter was utilized to access the area. Upon arrival, responders confirmed that one person was deceased,” stated Sgt. Vanessa Munn.
Five individuals were extracted in total from the area, with four uninjured.
The BC Coroners Service has been notified and is investigating.