12-year-old girl bitten by snake during hike; rescued and taken to hospital in stable condition.

On September 22, a pre-teen girl was bitten by a snake while hiking on Central Mines Trail, 18km northeast of Orange. Emergency services, unable to use a helicopter due to high winds, located and evacuated her on foot. After initial assistance from bystanders, rescuers carried her approximately 1km to an ambulance. She was then taken to Orange Hospital in stable condition. The rescue operation concluded around 1:30 pm.

September 23, 2024
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