Skier Speaks Out After Spending 4+ Hours Buried Under An Avalanche At Washington Ski Area

When skier Michael Harris found himself buried under an avalanche at Stevens Pass in Washington, he more or less accepted his fate, understanding that as he was skiing alone, the potential for rescue was slim. However thanks to Apple’s Find My iPhone, Harris’ was able to see that he hadn’t moved for hours and contacted the Stevens Pass ski patrol for assistance.

Michael was found after being buried for over 4 hours, hypothermic and with a body temperature in the high 70s to very low 80s degrees Fahrenheit. He sustained a contusion of the lung, pneumonia, kidney injuries, and a right tibial plateau fracture, but he survived and now he’s speaking out about his experience.

The story of Michael Harris is undoubtedly incredible. The fact that he survived for as long as he did is truly unbelievable. His daughter Lauren launched a GoFundMe to help cover the medical bills, which you can find here. Read Michael’s full story below.

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