Utah Man Rescues Brother Buried in Christmas Eve Avalanche

A snowmobiler saved his sibling after triggering an avalanche in Logan Canyon, highlighting the importance of avalanche safety measures.

The avalanche occurred on Christmas Eve in Franklin Basin, Utah, when a snowmobiler triggered it while riding on a steep slope.
The older brother, Hunter Hansen, was swept 150 yards by the snow and fully buried, with only his gloved fingers visible above the surface.
Braeden Hansen used a transceiver to locate his brother and dug him out, clearing snow from his head to allow him to breathe before freeing his body.
Hunter sustained minor injuries, including possible leg fractures, and described the incident as a 'Christmas miracle' given the survival odds in such situations.
The Utah Avalanche Center has warned of similar avalanche risks in Northern Utah and Southeast Idaho, urging outdoor enthusiasts to follow safety protocols and carry essential equipment.