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

A harrowing scene unfolded at Mt. Baker in Washington state, where a snowboarder found himself buried upside down in the snow. Luckily, skier Francis Zuber sprang into action to save him.

Video footage shows the dramatic moment when Zuber noticed the stranded snowboarder and quickly sprang into rescue mode. Without hesitation, he carefully approached the trapped rider and assessed the situation before implementing a plan to free him.

What's remarkable about this incident is the textbook-like precision of Zuber's actions. Witnesses have praised his calm demeanor and expert rescue technique as a model for anyone who finds themselves in a similar predicament.

The snowboarder in question was reportedly shaken but unharmed after being freed from his predicament. His gratitude towards Zuber has been evident, with many hailing the skier as a hero.

Francis Zuber's actions serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of taking rescue courses and being prepared for emergencies on the slopes. By spreading awareness about these vital skills, we can all play a role in ensuring that others stay safe during their winter adventures.
 
idk why ppl are making such a big deal outta this... like, it's just someone rescuing another person from getting hurt 😒. yeah, Zuber's skills are legit impressive and all, but I'm sure he wouldn't've done anything special... people just want to share the hero vibes 🤷‍♂️. honestly, it's kinda suspicious that the snowboarder managed to stay alive for so long buried in the snow... could be a lot of factors at play 🤔
 
🤔 so this guy saves some dude from getting crushed by snow and now he's a hero? idk if I'd call it textbook-like precision... like, what were the odds on him just happening to show up at the exact right moment? and what makes you think the stranded snowboarder wasn't already aware of basic safety protocols? 🤷‍♂️ maybe this guy was actually pretty lucky? shouldn't we be giving credit where credit is due, but also acknowledging that things could've gone very wrong? 💡
 
I'm impressed by Francis Zuber's heroics at Mt. Baker! 🤯💪 That guy is a true lifesaver... I mean, not literally, but you get what I mean 😂. The fact that he sprang into action without hesitation is just incredible – it's like he had training or something! 🎉 His calm demeanor and expert rescue technique are definitely traits of someone who knows their stuff.

I'm also glad to hear the snowboarder was unharmed, but seriously shaken. That could've been a whole different story if Zuber hadn't arrived when he did 😱. And I love how everyone's praising him as a hero – it's about time we recognize people like Francis who are willing to put themselves in harm's way to help others 🙌.

It's always good to be reminded of the importance of taking rescue courses and being prepared for emergencies on the slopes. You never know when you might need those skills! 😊
 
omg, who needs ski lessons when you're just gonna be rescued by a superhero like Francis Zuber? I mean, seriously, the guy's got skills for days! 🤸‍♂️ But let's not forget the snowboarder himself, he was literally buried upside down in the snow... talk about having a crappy day 🌨️. Glad to hear he's okay though, and kudos to Zuber for being a real-life action hero 💪. It's just sad that we all need someone like him to save us from ourselves sometimes 😩.
 
🏂🚨 OMG u guys! I cant even imagine being stuck upside down in the snow! 🌨️😱 but anyway back to Francis Zuber, he's literally my hero 🙌 i mean who saves a stranger from getting trampled by a snowboarder? 💪 that rescue technique tho is on point 🤩 i've seen some skiers try to help and it just ends in disaster 😂 so props to Francis for staying calm under pressure and doing what he had to do. 🙏 let's all take note and maybe sign up for those rescue courses, u never know when ur gonna need them 😅
 
OMG what a close call! 🤯 just watching that vid of Francis Zuber saving that snowboarder's life had me on the edge of my seat 😲 like how quick he reacted and assessed the situation... total pro 🤓 and I gotta say, I'm a bit worried about people hitting the slopes without basic rescue skills 🚨👍
 
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