An 11-year-old girl from Rochester, Massachusetts, has been identified as the victim who passed away following an avalanche at a Utah ski resort.
Authorities confirmed that Madelyn Eitas was visiting family in Utah when the tragic incident occurred.
According to preliminary information released by local officials, the avalanche happened within resort boundaries during active ski operations.
Emergency crews responded immediately after receiving reports that a skier had been caught in the slide.
Rescue teams worked quickly to locate and extract Madelyn Eitas from the snow. She was transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
Despite the efforts of first responders and medical personnel, she later passed away from her injuries.
Officials have stated that the avalanche was triggered in an area that had been open to skiers at the time, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the precise circumstances that led to the slide.
The ski resort temporarily suspended operations in the affected zone while safety assessments were conducted.
Family members said Madelyn Eitas had been on vacation and spending time with relatives when the incident occurred.
Community members in Rochester, Massachusetts, have expressed their condolences and shared tributes remembering her as a bright and energetic child.
Local authorities in Utah continue to review weather conditions, snowpack stability, and operational protocols as part of the investigation. No additional injuries have been reported in connection with the avalanche.
Madelyn Eitas’ passing has deeply impacted both her hometown community and those present at the resort, as officials emphasize the unpredictable nature of mountain conditions even during managed ski operations.
