Wellington Based Westpac Transports Two Patients from Paraparaumu

The Wellington Based Westpac Rescue Helicopter transported two patients this afternoon from Paraparaumu 21 July 2010 at approximately 12:00pm and 3:00pm.

The Helicopter responded on both occasions to the Paraparaumu Airport with a Wellington Free Ambulance Paramedic onboard.

The first patient was a 85yr old male from Paraparaumu suffering from a Medical condition.

The second patient was a 91yr old male from Paraparaumu also suffering from a Medical Condition.

Both patients were flown to Wellington Hospital Emergency department where they are being assessed and treated.

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