Eight-Year-Old Girl Tragically Dies at Japanese Ski Resort
An eight-year-old girl from the Gold Coast tragically lost her life during a family vacation at a snow resort in Japan. Chloe Jeffries was reportedly involved in a snowmobile accident in Hakuba, a ski resort town located north-west of Tokyo.
Incident Details
The accident occurred just before noon on Saturday when the snowmobile Jeffries was riding, alongside her mother, overturned. Following the incident, she suffered significant head injuries and was airlifted to a medical facility in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival.
Community Tribute
Chloe was a beloved member of the South Coast Netball Association in Palm Beach. The association expressed sorrow over her passing, highlighting that she was known for her “cheeky, infectious smile.” They mentioned her ability to brighten the courts and inspire those around her.
- Chloe was noted as her older sister Hallee’s biggest supporter.
- The netball community extended sympathies to Chloe’s family, especially her sister and parents.
Previous Skiing Accidents
Chloe Jeffries was the fourth Australian to lose her life in skiing incidents in Japan in 2023. The tragic incidents include:
- Michael Hurst, 27, died on February 2 while skiing in the Hokkaido region after getting separated from his friends.
- Brooke Day, 22, from Sunshine Coast, passed away at the Tsugaike Mountain Resort after an accident involving her avalanche rescue backpack.
- Rylan Pribadi, a Brisbane Grammar School graduate, died in January due to a collision with a course boundary rope in Niseko.
The loss of Chloe has left a profound impact on her community, which will remember her for the joy she brought to others.
