Brooke Day's Death in Japan Chairlift Accident Sparks Safety Probe

Brooke Day, a 22-year-old Australian citizen, died following a tragic chairlift accident at the Tsugaike Mountain Resort in Nagano after her backpack became entangled in the machinery. The incident occurred as she attempted to disembark from the lift, causing her to be suspended in mid-air and suffer a cardiac arrest despite an emergency stop by attendants. Tsuneo Kubo, the CEO of the resort operator, issued a formal apology and launched a safety investigation while Australian officials provide consular assistance to the family.