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Westpac Helicopter Flies Patient from Sounds

Westpac Helicopter Transports Patient from Marlborough Sounds

The Wellington Based Westpac Rescue Helicopter transported a 47yr old male from Clova Bay in the Marlborough Sounds today at 8:30am 25 Feb 10.

The Helicopter responded with a Wellington Free Ambulance Helicopter Paramedic onboard.

The patient had been walk down a ramp at his house when he slipped and fell injuring his ankle.

The Helicopter was able to land in a paddock next to the house where the patient was.

The patient was then flown to Wellington Hospital Emergency Department where he is being assessed and treated for his injuries.

ENDS

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