A dramatic rescue unfolded late this morning in the Hunter Valley after a woman fell between 8 to 10 metres on a remote property near Wollombi, suffering serious injuries.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene around 11:20am, with paramedics from NSW Ambulance and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service rushing to the location amid reports of a major fall on difficult terrain.
The woman, believed to be in her 40s, was found injured and unable to move after falling from a significant height on the rural property. Due to the severity of her injuries and the remote location, she had to be carefully stabilised at the scene before being secured in a Stokes litter—a specialised rescue stretcher used in rugged environments.
First responders then carried her across challenging terrain to the awaiting rescue helicopter. She was flown to hospital for urgent medical assessment and treatment.
At this stage, the full extent of her injuries has not been confirmed. Authorities have not released further details, but investigations into the circumstances of the fall are ongoing.
The incident highlights the dangers emergency services often face during rural rescues and the critical role air medical services play in life-threatening situations across regional NSW.