ski safety News

Vermont Ski Resort Fatalities Rise This Year

Six people have died on Vermont’s ski slopes this season, an increase over previous years. Three of the deaths involved resort visitors who were killed in accidents: two in crashes into trees, and one after falling into deep snow, according …

Report Finds Slope Deaths Typically Involve Experienced Skiers

A new report is debunking the common belief that those killed on the slopes at ski resorts are new to the sport. According to the annual safety report by the National Ski Areas Association, the average person who died on …

World Cup Skiers Test Air Bag Safety System

A radical air bag system that could have a big impact on safety in skiing is being tested on the World Cup circuit for the first time this week. Werner Heel of Italy and Jan Hudec of Canada wore the …