The City’s emergency and rescue teams responded to a distress call of a paragliding accident yesterday afternoon, 10 January 2023. A paraglider had crashed into the slopes of Lion’s Head.
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The paraglider was found wedged between two large rocks in critical condition. He sustained severe head injuries and was stabilised before being placed on a stretcher and short-hauled from the scene.
The patient was airlifted by the Air Mercy Service (AMS) helicopter and transported to Groote Schuur Hospital.
Hikers and nature lovers are urged to make a note of the WSAR Emergency Number: 021 937 0300
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