Five snowmobilers killed in B.C. avalanche all from Alberta: RCMP
MCBRIDE, B.C. — All five snowmobilers killed in an immense avalanche in eastern British Columbia were from Alberta, authorities said Saturday as the local community reeled from the tragedy.
The B.C. Coroners Service released the identities of the men, ranging in age from 41 to 55, shortly after RCMP held a news conference in McBride, B.C.
Cpl. Jay Grierson offered his condolences to the families and said the small village on the Alberta-B.C. boundary was deeply affected by the deaths.
“This community is very supportive and welcoming of snowmobilers. We rely on these people to enjoy our community,” he said.