Foreign Snowboarder in Critical Condition After Japan Chairlift Incident
A foreign snowboarder is currently in critical condition following a serious incident at a ski resort in Japan. The accident occurred on January 30 at Tsugaike Mountain Resort located in Otari, Nagano Prefecture.
Accident Details
The woman, believed to be in her 20s, experienced a cardiac arrest after the accident. Local authorities reported that she was hanging precariously from the chairlift near its unloading area.
Emergency Response
Police received an emergency call around 9:50 AM local time, alerting them to the situation. According to reports, the snowboarder fell after attempting to dismount the lift but was left suspended as the chairlift made a U-turn back to the loading area.
Additional Information
- Victim: Female snowboarder in her 20s
- Location: Tsugaike Mountain Resort, Otari, Nagano Prefecture
- Date of Incident: January 30
- Time of Emergency Call: 9:50 AM local time
- Condition: Critical, suffered cardiac arrest
- Companion: Another person was riding with her, unharmed
This incident raises concerns about safety protocols at ski resorts. Authorities are likely to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event to prevent similar accidents in the future.
