Falling tree kills man in Karangahake, near Paeroa: emergency services at scene
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Save Emergency services responded to an incident on Rahu Rd, Karangahake just after 11am on Monday. Photo / Google Maps
A man has died after a tree fell on him at a rural property in Karangahake, near Paeroa, this morning.
Emergency services rushed to the address on Rahu Rd in Karangahake just after 11am on Rahu Rd.
Initial reports were that a tree had fallen and trapped a person.
St
John sent two ambulances, a spokesperson confirmed. Fire and Emergency NZ were also called.
Police remain in attendance and WorkSafe will be advised.
