Parks Canada and the RCMP have confirmed a second body has been found after Thursday’s rockfall in Banff National Park. Officials have also identified the first victim as 70-year-old Calgary woman, Jutta Hinrichs.
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- Two hikers were killed and three others hospitalized after a rockfall on the Bow Glacier Falls trail in Banff National Park. 17s
- The first victim identified was 70-year-old Jutta Hinrichs, a retired occupational therapist from Calgary. 50s
- The search and recovery operation was dangerous due to unstable debris, and the area remains closed for safety assessment. 33s
- Officials described the rockfall as extremely rare, unpredictable, and unpreventable. 22s
- Experts suggest that glacial retreat may increase rockfall risks and recommend enhanced monitoring and technology for prevention. 3m 35s