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Man Airlifted from Lake Tarawera to Rotorua
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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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