An avalanche on Lincoln Mountain in the Sierra Nevada’s Mammoth Mountain region injured two ski patrol members, one of whom is in serious condition, prompting the ski area to close for the day.
Avalanche Details
The ski area posted on Instagram that Mammoth Mountain Ski Patrol was conducting avalanche mitigation work at about 7:30 a.m. when a slide occurred on Lincoln Mountain. Two patrollers caught in the avalanche were hospitalized, with one in serious condition.
Impact on Operations
The ski area announced it would be closed on Friday. The closure follows more than 5 feet of snow reported at Mammoth Mountain since Tuesday, when a powerful winter storm swept into California.
Response and Current Status
The NBCLA has reached out to Mammoth Mountain for an update. The situation remains under monitoring as the ski area assesses safety conditions.
Key Takeaways
- Two ski patrol members were injured in an avalanche; one is in serious condition.
- The ski area will remain closed for the day.
- Over 5 feet of snow has fallen since a powerful winter storm hit California.
The avalanche underscores the risks posed by recent heavy snowfall in the region and the importance of timely avalanche mitigation efforts.
