On a Tuesday afternoon an air ambulance landed at Plumtree District Hospital, sending shockwaves of amazement throughout the town. The sudden arrival of the air ambulance, marked by the sound of rotor blades filling the air, drew crowds of curious onlookers who left their daily activities to witness the historic event.

According to eyewitnesses, the air ambulance was called in to transport a critically ill infant suffering from severe chest infections to the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) for specialized treatment. Hospital officials revealed that despite attempts to intervene, the child’s condition required urgent attention from a specialist, prompting the decision to utilize the air ambulance service.

The air ambulance is an emergency transportation method that is free of charge and does not discriminate based on the type of disease or accident. This service is a vital resource for the hospital, providing efficient transportation for patients in critical need.

The arrival of the air ambulance at Plumtree District Hospital marks a significant milestone in the town’s medical history, highlighting the importance of emergency transportation services in saving lives. As the hospital looks to utilize this service more frequently, residents can take comfort in knowing that they have access to world-class medical care, even in the most critical of situations.