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[UPDATED] Hiker Missing in Snowy Millcreek Canyon, UT, Was Killed by Avalanche


Updated at 11:30 p.m. PST on Tuesday, December 31, 2024–The body of a hiker missing since Saturday was discovered by a member of the public on Monday and retrieved yesterday. The victim appears to have been buried in an avalanche just below Porter Fork Pass.

“Salt Lake County Search and Rescue received a missing person report when a family member did not show up as expected. SLCOSAR searched for the presumably lost person in the Porter Fork area out of Millcreek Canyon for two days but could not ascend into higher elevation terrain due to HIGH avalanche danger. On Monday evening, a good Samaritan found the person who appeared to have been buried in an avalanche just below Porter Fork Pass.

The person appears to have gone into the backcountry alone on Saturday, December 28 and was caught in the avalanche some time that afternoon. SLCOSAR and Lifeflight retrieved the body on Tuesday.

The UAC issued an AVALANCHE WARNING from Friday, 12/27, through Tuesday, 12/31, as an extended and powerful winter storm with heavy snowfall and strong winds hit the area.

The victim was a 38-year-old male from Quebec, Canada.”

– UAC preliminary report

David Ethier, a 38-year-old Canadian, has been identified as the victim. Ethier was hiking with his dog, and his vehicle was discovered at the Porter Fork trailhead. His family reported him overdue. Rescuers found Ethier’s dog alive on the trail, which aided in locating the hiker’s body.

The fatality is the fourth avalanche-related death in North America this winter.



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Original article, published 1:45 a.m. PST on Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Salt Lake County authorities have launched a search operation for a 38-year-old hiker missing since Sunday in Millcreek Canyon, Utah. The man, whose identity remains undisclosed, was reported overdue before noon after embarking on a solo hike in the Porter Fork area.



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Search and rescue teams deployed early Monday, utilizing snowmobiles and drones to navigate the snow-packed terrain. Due to adverse weather conditions, the Utah Department of Public Safety helicopter remains on standby.

Deputy Arlan Bennett highlighted the precautions taken against high avalanche risk, a concern echoed by the National Weather Service’s warning for the Wasatch Range—a recent storm deposited over two feet of snow in nearby canyons and complicated rescue efforts.

“Our Search and Rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate the individual. We remain hopeful and are doing everything in our power to bring him home safely.”

– Sheriff Rosie Rivera

Authorities temporarily suspended the search at 6:30 p.m. Monday due to deteriorating weather and darkness. Operations are set to resume Tuesday morning. The Porter Fork Trail remains closed as the search continues.

Millcreek Canyon, located east of Salt Lake City, is a popular recreational area known for its scenic beauty and outdoor activities. Porter Fork in Millcreek Canyon is a winter recreation hub from November to July. The closed upper gate creates ideal conditions for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding. While popular for its scenic trails and pet-friendly policy, visitors should be aware of avalanche risks on steeper sections and potential parking limitations. Proper preparation is essential for safely enjoying this snowy destination.



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