Man Dies in Lions Bay Fall, Highlighting Backcountry Risks

0:00A man died in hospital on Sunday after a fall in Lion's Bay, British Columbia. He slipped on steep snowy terrain the day before, while trying to reach a woman who had fallen first, landing just above a waterfall. The woman had tumbled down the slope ahead of him, prompting the man to climb down for help. Instead, he lost his footing and fell even farther in the tricky conditions. Rescue crews from Lion's Bay pulled them out using ropes and two helicopters. The man arrived in critical shape, but the woman was stable at the time. The B.C. corner service confirmed the death, but their probe is still underway with no name or extra detail shared yet. Winter outings like this highlight the risks of icy slopes in sudden drops, urging extra caution for everyone heading into the backcountry. Firewraps Canada News today brought to you with AI.