Swiss Chairlift Derails and Hits Ground
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A chairlift above the Swiss town of Stoos-Fronalpstock fell 30 feet to the ground late last night, severely injuring two passengers who were returning from an evening event on the mountain. A 33-year-old woman and a 40-year-old man were airlifted to a local hospital in critical condition, while eight more passengers were rescued with minor injuries.
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The accident was preliminarily attributed to a snowcat’s winch cable coming into contact with the chair, causing it to detach from it’s rope and fall to the ground. An investigation by local authorities is ongoing.
Max Ritter
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