A 55-year-old hiker received some unexpected help in Newlands Forest on Friday morning after a passing Good Samaritan spotted him in difficulty just off the trail.
Fortunately, the passer-by knew exactly who to call, raising the alarm on the correct emergency number, 021 937 0300.
Rescue teams, Including SANParks – Table Mountain National Park rangers, were immediately dispatched to assist. The hiker was assessed and treated by a Western Cape Government Health and Wellness EMS paramedic before being carefully secured in a stretcher and carried to a nearby rescue vehicle.
From there, he was driven down the trail to a waiting ambulance and transported to hospital for further treatment.
The incident was concluded shortly after 09h00 this morning.
A big thank you to the Good Samaritan who stopped to help and made that important call, and to the rescue teams, rangers and EMS personnel who responded so quickly.
We wish the hiker a comfortable and speedy recovery.
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