A TREE branch has fallen on a man's head while he was doing fire containment work at Ben Halls Gap.
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Westpac Rescue Helicopter crews have flown a 58-year-old male to Tamworth Hospital suffering neck and shoulder injuries.
It's reported the man was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident which saved him from further serious injury.
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The man is believed to have been transported in a stable condition to Tamworth hospital on Wednesday afternoon.
The helicopter was likely called to the remote location as it would have been difficult for NSW Ambulance paramedics to access.
Madeline Link
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
