Kirkland skier dies after hitting tree at Mission Ridge

WENATCHEE – Authorities say a 25-year-old Kirkland man was fatally injured when he hit a tree while skiing at Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort.

The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office said witnesses told authorities the man lost control while skiing just after noon Wednesday.

The sheriff’s office said the man was skiing on the “Lip Lip” run when he traveled off the right side of the run and struck a tree.

The sheriff’s office said ski patrollers responded immediately and found the man unconscious and unresponsive.

The sheriff’s office said medics continued to treat the man but their efforts were unsuccessful.

The man’s name was not released.