Skier rescued on Torrey's Peak after 200-foot fall

Skier rescued on Torrey's Peak after 200-foot fall

A skier was rescued on Torrey's Peak after falling 200 feet on Saturday, according to a Facebook post from the Alpine Rescue Team.

6 Team Joint Rescue Force Saves Injured Skier From Colorado Peak

A Colorado backcountry skier has the joint effort of six different departments to thank for their rescue after falling 200 feet on Torrey’s Peak. The skier suffered a lower leg injury in the fall near the top of Emperors couloir and came to a stop above a cliff band. 6 field teams were inserted by ground to ascend over 2500 feet of snow and rock to reach the injured skier. While the teams climbed, Mission Coordinators worked with CSAR to request…