Anchorage skier killed by avalanche in Canada

A 32-year-old Anchorage woman died in Canada Saturday morning after she and two friends were caught in an avalanche.
The group had been skiing in the back country near Qua Peak in British Columbia when the avalanche occurred, according to a statement from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
“The three were described as experienced back country skiers, had avalanche training and were equipped for back country skiing,” explained RCMP Sgt. Monty Taylor. “This was their last