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The Outlet: Ken Wylie's harrowing avalanche experience

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13 June 2024, 5:45 PM

The Outlet: Ken Wylie's harrowing avalanche experience

What happens when a scenic winter adventure turns into a fight for survival?


In this gripping episode, we sat down with Ken Wylie, who recounts the day he was caught in a devastating avalanche 20 years ago.



Ken takes us through the critical moments before the disaster, from the overlooked morning meeting to the ominous "wumpf" sound that signalled impending doom.



His vivid storytelling brings to life the harrowing experience of being swept away by the avalanche, his struggle to stay afloat on the snow, and the moments of awareness before he passed out. This life-altering event has since driven Ken to dedicate his career to teaching avalanche safety and risk management.



Listen to The Outlet.