Man dies in skiing accident at Thredbo after colliding with branch
A man has died after hitting a low-lying branch on the slopes of Thredbo this morning at about 10.15am.
The 68-year-old man was from South Australia and according to NSW Police, he was skiing with friends when he hit the branch.
The man died at the scene and was unable to be revived.
A report is being prepared for the Coroner by police from the Monaro Police District, all circumstances will be examined.
No further information has been released by NSW Police.
General manager for Thredbo Resort, Stuart Diver, said the resort was saddened by the death.
“Thredbo is deeply saddened by the passing of an adult male whilst skiing at Thredbo Resort today,” Mr Diver said in a statement to Yahoo News Australia.
“Thredbo Ski Patrol and a Thredbo Medical Centre Doctor promptly attended the scene.
“The Thredbo community extends its heartfelt condolences to the male’s family and friends.”
According to the resort’s weather report for August 10, winds were moderate to strong, which moved the snow around and reduced visibility on the mountain.
Thredbo reportedly had 120cm of snow on August 10.
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