In a tragic development, 61-year-old Eagle County paramedic Steve Zuckerman died today responding to a backcountry rescue near Vail. His loss leaves a giant void in the community.
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Tragic Loss of a Dedicated Paramedic in Vail During Backcountry Rescue Operation

VAIL, COLORADO - The Eagle County community is in mourning following the tragic death of Steve Zuckerman, a devoted paramedic and respected member of the search and rescue team, who died in the line of duty while responding to a backcountry rescue call in Vail. Zuckerman, 61, was a full-time paramedic with Eagle County Paramedic Services, an organization now grappling with the profound loss of a man described as an invaluable part of their team and community.'Steve was one of the helpers,' Eagle County Paramedic Services CEO Brandon Daruna expressed in a statement. 'He never missed an opportunity to contribute,

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