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Teacher, 64, Dies After Hitting Tree on Czech School Ski Trip in Austria

Police in Carinthia have opened an investigation into the circumstances.

Overview

  • The group was descending the Tröglabfahrt run at the Nassfeld ski area around 12:30 p.m. when the teacher left the groomed piste and struck a tree.
  • Rescuers initially found him responsive, his condition deteriorated in the emergency helicopter, and he died shortly afterward despite resuscitation efforts.
  • Police reports indicate he was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
  • No involvement of students or third parties was reported in the accident.
  • Authorities have not released the victim’s identity or details on weather, snow conditions, or equipment.