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Person rescued after being trapped in lift in Whangamatā

Jim Birchall
Jim Birchall
Former editor - HC Post·Hauraki Coromandel Post·
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Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews were called to an incident in Whangamatā which involved the rescue of a person who was trapped in an elevator.

A spokesperson said they were called to an address on Rangi Ave at 8.34am on Friday, November 3.

“Upon arrival, crews assisted with rescuing a person who was trapped in an elevator.”

Hato Hone St John also confirmed its attendance. A spokesperson said: “We responded [with] one ambulance, one prime vehicle and one helicopter to the scene.”

“We assessed and treated one patient who was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.”

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