Mammoth Mountain Avalanche Injures Two Ski Patrollers During Safety Operations

One patroller remains in serious condition after the avalanche, which followed six feet of snowfall in 36 hours and temporarily closed the resort.

The avalanche occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Lincoln Mountain while ski patrol was conducting avalanche mitigation work after a major snowstorm.
Two ski patrollers were caught in the slide; one was rescued uninjured, while the other sustained serious injuries and was airlifted for further medical care.
The resort was closed to the public at the time of the incident, and all lift operations were suspended for the remainder of the day.
Mammoth Mountain received over six feet of snow in 36 hours, marking the largest storm of the season and creating hazardous avalanche conditions.
The resort plans to reopen Saturday with a delayed start as crews work to ensure safety and prepare the mountain for visitors.