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Skier Dangles Precariously in Dramatic Chairlift Rescue
28 Feb
Summary
- Skier slipped from chairlift seat due to horseplay.
- Two friends held onto the skier to prevent a fall.
- The chairlift's safety bar was crucial in the rescue.
A terrifying incident occurred at Big Bear Mountain Resort when a skier, Roula De Miranda-Arce, slipped from her chairlift seat. The event was captured on video by a bystander and has since gone viral.
Roula De Miranda-Arce recounted her fear, believing she was going to die. She admitted to horseplay, which led to her precarious situation. Her twin sister, Raizel De Miranda-Arce, and their friend, Makenna Dumlao, acted swiftly, holding onto Roula to stop her from falling.
The resort confirmed the incident and stated that staff quickly stopped the chairlift to unload passengers. Roula De Miranda-Arce was evaluated by ski patrol as a precaution. Both Roula and Raizel De Miranda-Arce emphasized the critical role the chairlift's safety bar played in ensuring Roula's safety.
Despite the frightening experience, the group of friends stated that this incident would not deter them from skiing in the future. They also advised other guests to always lower the safety bar and avoid distracting behavior on lifts.
