there have been so many in the past. i think the difference now is that people are pushing it more and more, and on top of that, there is more exposure to this kind of stuff, i.e. this website and others. Its been around forever, we just didnt know
There is no real data showing that more poeple are dying or being serevrly injured...you are all basing your judgements on subjective empirical information.
Possible causes - More media exposure than ever before. Websites like this were such accidents get the exposure and response they so dearly deserve. More information easier to get = more news about such accidents
Have more people been injured than last year??? probably not. Do we hear more about it? Yes
this season is a great reason for everyone to slow down and slow the progression in the name of living. Skiing is reaching a plateau and maybe a season like this is what it takes for you people to realize it. Be safe out there!