PARK CITY, Utah — A 55-year-old snowboarder was found buried in snow at Park City Mountain Resort on Wednesday and was later pronounced dead, according to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office. The man, whose identity has not been released, was visiting the area from out of state.
Authorities responded to reports of an injured snowboarder at the resort. Upon arrival, emergency teams attempted life-saving efforts, but they were unsuccessful, and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
At this time, officials have not determined how the snowboarder became trapped in the snow. There were no signs of an avalanche in the area, leaving the cause of the incident unclear. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to understand the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The incident has left the Park City community shaken, reminding all visitors of the inherent risks associated with winter sports, even in the absence of major weather events like avalanches. The Summit County Sheriff’s Office has not released further details, including the man’s name, pending notification of family.
Park City Mountain Resort officials have expressed their condolences to the family and offered their support to emergency responders involved in the case.