Missing skiers rescued from Whistler backcountry in dangerous operation

Crews from North Shore Rescue and Talon Helicopters fought the frigid conditions to pull off a life-saving rescue operation in Whistler. The crews were called after two backcountry skiers ended up in Fitzsimmons Creek, in the deep valley between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains.

• Search and rescue team pulls 2 hypothermic skiers out of Whistler creek