Tragic Helicopter Crash in Terrace, British Columbia

At least three people lost their lives near Terrace, British Columbia, when a helicopter carrying skiers crashed. Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, the local tour company operating the flight, released a statement late Monday expressing their focus on assisting those affected by the accident. They are cooperating with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and authorities investigating the cause of the incident.

According to David Jephson, an executive at Terrace Search and Rescue, at least seven individuals were on board the chopper. Some were hospitalized with severe injuries after the crash. Other helicopters in the area converged near the crash site to aid in search-and-rescue efforts as night approached.

Terrace Search and Rescue initially received reports of the crash just before 4 p.m. local time. The company statement expressed profound grief and sorrow shared by guests and staff. Northern Escape Heli-Skiing is grateful for the swift response of external agencies and their team in the aftermath of the accident.

Northern Escape provides lodging services for skiers and small-group helicopter skiing and snowboarding trips. Terrace, a town of 12,000 residents, is located approximately 70 miles from the Alaskan border. The local Mills Memorial Hospital was preparing to receive patients from the crash, as reported by the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. A hospital representative declined to comment on the incident or the conditions of the patients.