Sugarloaf

There is word out of Maine of a cable derailment at Sugarloaf in Maine. AP is quoting Sugarloaf spokesman Ethan Austin as saying there have been injuries when several chairs on that lift came down. The chairlift is being evacuated and injuries are being assessed and responded to by the Ski Patrol.

In a 1:00 ET Press Release Ethan Austin says:

"Today, at approximately 10:30 am, the Spillway East Chairlift experienced a rope derailment.  At this time, we have 6 injured guests who have been treated and transported from the mountain. All available mountain safety personnel are at the scene.  The injured parties have been taken off the mountain.  Additionally, the remaining guests on the lift have all been successfully evacuated from the lift. As of now, the cause of the incident is still unknown and is under investigation."