An injured hiker was airlifted from Taranaki Maunga following a fall in icy conditions. Emergency responders winched the individual from The Puffer track before transporting them by air to Taranaki Base Hospital.
The incident highlights the hazardous conditions present on the mountain, where ice contributed to the hiker's fall. The swift rescue operation ensured the patient received prompt medical attention at the regional hospital.
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