Firefighters Remove Dangerous Snow Cornice from Rooftop in Ski Area
Emergency team uses ladder truck to avert pedestrian risk from unstable snow buildup amid heavy skier traffic in Bordes d'Envalira.
Key Points
- Firefighters deployed ladder truck at 11:30am to remove snow cornice risking detachment onto pedestrians.
- Action taken amid busy ski weekend with high foot traffic in Bordes d'Envalira urbanisation.
- Operation completed in minutes without incidents, bypassing owners' association.
- Residents criticize property administrator for neglecting maintenance and safety duties.
Firefighters used a ladder truck on Sunday morning to remove a dangerous snow cornice from a building rooftop in the Bordes d'Envalira urbanisation, preventing potential harm to pedestrians amid heavy skier traffic.
The emergency response began around 11:30am following a call about the snow buildup, which risked detaching from the roof. With constant pedestrian activity—people entering and exiting residences during a busy weekend at the ski area—authorities deemed immediate action essential for public safety.
Although such maintenance typically falls to the owners' association, the fire service mobilised a team with the ladder truck to the site. The operation resolved the issue in just a few minutes without any incidents.
Local residents highlighted ongoing maintenance issues in the area. Some criticised the property administrator, claiming she "ignores everything" and fails to address upkeep and safety responsibilities. They called for the association to handle these duties proactively to prevent similar risks.
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