Jasper avalanche survivors thank their rescuer

November 18, 2000
Source: Globe and Mail
Original story - link verified on November 18, 2000
By Jill Mahoney

Three hikers caught in an avalanche in Jasper National Park yesterday thanked the man who saved them from certain death. The hikers -- Conrad, Gary and Owen, who did not release their last names -- issued a statement from hospital: "We would like to express our sincere gratitude to . . . Josh Briggs, who is truly a hero in our lives." Mr. Briggs ensured they were warm, ran to the nearest road and found a motorist who notified the park warden's office

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