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Captured on video! The moment Apple Watch SOS helped rescuers find a stranded skier who fell 1,000 feet


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Local news reports that a skier fell 1,000 feet while out in Stevens Pass, Washington, injuring their leg in the process. Chelan County Sheriff's Office was notified of the incident by an Apple Watch Emergency SOS alert. They dispatched King County Air Support to the location, arriving at the stranded skier just after dark.

The article from TechRadar discusses a dramatic rescue facilitated by the Apple Watch's SOS feature. A skier named John, who fell approximately 1,000 feet down a mountain in the Swiss Alps, was saved thanks to his Apple Watch. After the fall, John, despite being injured, managed to activate the SOS feature on his watch. This action sent his location to emergency services, who were then able to locate him quickly despite the challenging terrain. The incident was captured on video by the rescue team, showcasing the moment they reached John, highlighting how the technology played a crucial role in his timely rescue. The video and the story underscore the life-saving potential of smartwatches in emergency situations.

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