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Man Airlifted from Lake Tarawera to Rotorua

The BayTrust Rescue Helicopter was dispatched to Lake Tarawera at lunchtime today, to assist a 46yr old local man who had injured his back whilst camping. A paramedic was flown to the scene and stabilised the patient, he was flown to Rotorua Hospital in a comfortable condition. Rotorua Coastguard assisted with securing a landing area. The helicopter was used due to the remote location where the man was.

Philips Search and Rescue Trust (PSRT) is a charitable organisation, operating rescue helicopters throughout the Central North Island. Philips Search and Rescue Trust relies on support from principal sponsors and community donations. Special thanks to Rotorua’s principal sponsor, BayTrust. This crucial financial support ensures our rescue helicopters can continue to bring life-saving equipment, rescue personnel and trauma-trained medics directly to the patient. For further information about PSRT visit our website rescue.org.nz

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