Four Skiers Dead, Four Rescued From Avalanche Near Salt Lake City

An avalanche near Salt Lake City resulted in fatalities and rescues. Two groups of skiers, aged 20s to 30s, may have unintentionally triggered the avalanche. Despite being experienced, they were caught in an area under avalanche warning due to heavy snowfall and high winds. Nationwide, 20 people have died in avalanches during the 2020-2021 season, including two in Utah.

What was the method used to rescue the survivors of the avalanche near Salt Lake City?

• By helicopter

• By sled

• By snowmobile

• By foot

What might have unintentionally triggered the avalanche according to authorities?

• A loud noise

• An earthquake

• Two groups skiing simultaneously

• A snowstorm

What was the age range of the skiers involved in the avalanche?

• 30s to 40s

• 40s to 50s

• 20s to 30s

• 10s to 20s

What was the weather condition in the area at the time of the avalanche?

• Mild and cloudy

• Heavy snowfall and high winds

• Sunny and clear

• Rainy and foggy

How many people in total died in avalanches in the US during the 2020-2021 season?

• 20

• 25

• 15

• 10