## Troopers identify 3 heli-skiers confirmed dead after being swept up in avalanche near Girdwood

GIRDWOOD, Alaska (KTUU) — Three heli-skiers who died in avalanche near Girdwood, Alaska, have been identified by troopers.

Troopers and avalanche and recovery experts will attempt to conduct an aerial assessment of the slide area Thursday to determine additional avalanche danger and recovery options.

The avalanche danger will likely rise through the day, as our next storm builds into Southcentral.

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