A snowboarder got buried upside down in snow. See skier’s quick reaction. | CNN

"A harrowing rescue at Mt. Baker snowboard park has left onlookers speechless after a skier sprang into action to save a snowboarder who had been buried upside down in a tree well.

The dramatic scene unfolded as Francis Zuber, an experienced skier, witnessed the snowboarder's predicament and quickly assessed the situation. Without hesitation, Zuber began to administer first aid and work towards freeing the stranded snowboarder.

In a heart-stopping moment, Zuber managed to extract the snowboarder from the tree well, with the video capturing the dramatic rescue in remarkable detail.

Witnesses describe Zuber's reaction as "textbook" perfect, emphasizing the importance of proper training and preparation in emergency situations like this one. The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the risks involved in winter sports and the need for skiers and snowboarders to be equipped with the necessary skills to respond effectively in such situations.

The rescue has sparked widespread praise on social media, with many taking to Twitter to express their admiration for Zuber's heroics. The incident also highlights the critical role that skier training courses can play in preparing individuals for potential emergencies.

Watch as Francis Zuber performs a remarkable rescue at Mt. Baker snowboard park: [link]
 
I just saw this vid of the rescue and I'm still shaking my head... like, what even is a tree well? 😱 I know it's all part of the risk when you're doing extreme sports, but still - someone having to dig their friend out from under a mountain of snow like that? It's just so intense. And the fact that the skier was able to stay calm and help without panicking is just super inspiring 🤩. I'm definitely going to be looking into those training courses now... seems like it could save some lives, you know? 💯
 
I'm so inspired by Francis Zuber's actions 🙌! I mean, who expects to see someone jump into action like that in the middle of a snowboard park? It's crazy how fast he assessed the situation and sprang into rescue mode. The video is insane! 👀 But what really gets me is how this incident highlights the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Like, we should all have basic first aid training just in case something like this happens. And skier training courses can't be overstated - it's a lifesaver (no pun intended 😂). We need more people like Francis Zuber out there who are willing to take charge and help others in need. It's such a great reminder that even in the most unexpected moments, heroism and kindness can shine through 💖
 
omg i'm literally shaking just thinking about this... zuber is literally a hero 1️⃣ his reaction was so calm and collected it's like he's been in that situation before which i guess he has since he's an experienced skier lol anyway can you imagine being stuck upside down in a tree well with no way out?? the thought alone gives me anxiety... anyway back to zuber - i'm seriously impressed by his quick thinking and first aid skills. it just goes to show how important those training courses are. we should all take them so we know what to do in case of an emergency like this. i'm watching that video right now and i'm literally on the edge of my seat...
 
OMG, this rescue is literally insane! 🤯 I mean, just thinking about being stuck upside down in a tree well is freaky enough, but then to have someone like that come along and save you... it's just wow! 😲 The fact that Francis Zuber knew exactly what to do and acted so fast is just incredible. It's great to see people taking action in emergency situations like this. I'm definitely going to check out those skier training courses now, you never know when you might need them! 💡
 
Omg this guy is literally a superhero 🙌! I was watching this vid and my jaw dropped like 5 times - the way he just calmly does first aid while getting ready to pull that dude outta the tree well is insane 😲👏. I mean, you gotta be super prepared for something like this to happen right? And I'm so glad everyone's praising him on Twitter 📱, we need more heroes like Francis Zuber in our lives 💕.
 
I mean what really gets me is how everyone's focusing on how heroic Zuber was, but let's be real, it's not like he just stumbled into this situation and saved the guy by chance... that tree well could've easily been a death trap for anyone who wasn't trained to handle an emergency like that 🤔. And what about the people around him who weren't doing anything? Did they even try to help or were they just standing there watching the whole thing go down?! 👀 Also, I'm so over how everyone's suddenly taking skier training courses because of this one guy... don't get me wrong, he's awesome and all, but shouldn't we have been taught these skills in school already?! 🤷‍♂️
 
I just saw this video and I'm shook 😱! What a dude Francis Zuber is, saving that snowboarder's life like it was nothing. I mean, can you imagine being stuck upside down in a tree well with no way out? It's crazy to think about how quickly he sprang into action and got the guy to safety. I'm so impressed by his training and composure under pressure. It just goes to show that even in emergency situations, having the right skills and knowledge can make all the difference 💯. And it's not just about the rescue itself, but also the fact that he stayed calm and focused to get the job done. Kudos to Zuber for being a true hero! 👏
 
omg what would u do if u saw someone buried like that?? so lucky he had 1st aid training and all 😲, i mean, those tree wells r so treacherous. gotta give it up for frances zuber, he's a total hero 💪. but seriously, skier training courses should be mandatory 🤦‍♀️, u never know when ur gonna need to save someone's life. and btw, that guy was upside down in the tree well... what even is that?!? 😂🏂
 
omg u guys can u believe this?? some1 literally got buried upside down in a tree well and another skier just sprang into action to save em!!! its so sick how this guy zuber reacted like a total pro without even hesitating 🤯💥 i mean onlookers were literally speechless watching it go down 👀 the video is wild too, u gotta see it for urself! 1 minute 30 sec rescue mission and he gets to save someones life what a hero!!!
 
omg u guys i just saw this vid and i'm literally shook 😲💥 i mean what if zuber hadn't known how to do first aid or been all prepared?? that tree well would've been so deadly for the snowboarder 🤕 my bf is a skier btw and he's always like "i'd never just sit there" lol but idk if even i could handle something like that in real life 😬 my friend's sis is an EMT and she says its super impressive how organized zuber was during the rescue 💯
 
😲 just watched this and I'm still shook Francis Zuber is literally a hero 🙏 his reaction was calm and precise, no wonder he's an experienced skier 👍 what really gets me though is the amount of people who get caught up in those tree wells and it's a miracle they make it out alive 🤯 safety gear needs to be a major priority for these parks, like, full on mandatory 🚨
 
🤯 I mean, seriously... what if that guy was out of his mind?! 😂 He just sees this person buried upside down and thinks he can just jump in and save the day? That's insane! 💥 The tree well is like a tiny coffin, you know? You gotta be totally nuts to think you can just waltz in there. And those onlookers were literally speechless... I mean, how do you even process that?! 🤯 It's like he was born with some sort of superhero instinct or something. That first aid training must have kicked in right away. 🏥 I'm seriously shook just thinking about it... all that adrenaline and focus at once... wow 😲
 
🙏 That was one crazy situation! I'm just glad the guy who got stuck in the tree well is okay. It's impressive that Francis Zuber reacted so calmly and knew what to do - it's a great example of how being prepared and knowing your stuff can literally be a lifesaver 💡.

It's also super cool (pun intended) to see someone taking charge like that in an emergency situation. And I love how the witnesses are saying his training really paid off here 🤝. It just goes to show that having proper skills and knowledge can make all the difference when things go wrong.
 
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