Avalanche at Mammoth Mountain and Pats Peak Evacuation

In the Eastern Sierras, an avalanche at Mammoth Mountain left one ski patroller critically injured, prompting support from ski patrollers across California, Nevada, and Colorado. In New Hampshire, a ski lift malfunction at Pats Peak ski resort led to the evacuation of over 100 people. The incident, caused by wind gusts, left resort guests stranded for about 90 minutes, but no injuries were reported. This marks the third chairlift malfunction in New Hampshire this month, following incidents at Attitash Mountain and Cannon Mountain. The Pats Peak staff, alongside the Henniker Fire and Rescue, successfully conducted the evacuation using practiced procedures. Both the wind conditions and recent lift malfunctions have raised concerns regarding ski lift safety in the region.