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Mt Ruapehu: Climber in Serious Condition
Mt Ruapehu: Climber in Serious Condition
The 22-year-old climber in a serious condition in Waikato Hospital is William Pike, a primary school teacher from Auckland.
Mr Pike is in a serious condition with hypothermia and both legs are crushed. He is in intensive care preparing for surgery later this morning.
His parents Barry and Tracy (crrct) say their son is a passionate climber. "He lives to climb."
Mr Pike is a member of the Alpine Club and was in the Dome Valley Hut when a huge rock came through the roof and crushed his legs.
"He was in a place that he loved. He is a very conscientious climber and an incredibly active person," said Mrs Pike.
Mr Pike was with three companions including a fellow school teacher who he trained with.
The family are unavailable for any comment until after Mr Pike's operation.
I will provide updates.
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Waikato District Health Board
Healthy People. Excellent Care
Waikato District Health Board (DHB) employs over 6500 people and plans, funds and provides hospital and health services to more than 391,770 people in a region covering eight per cent of New Zealand.
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