Lakes News:

13-year-old girl in stable condition after Jet Ski collision yesterday

A 13-year-old girl is recovering in Tauranga Hospital after a head on collision between two jet skis in Maungatapu yesterday.

The girl was rescued and brought to shore by a family member before emergency services arrived at the scene just after 3pm.

A St John Ambulance spokesperson says the 13-year-old girl was taken to Tauranga Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

"She had a fractured arm and possible abdominal injuries from the impact."

The girl was wearing a life jacket at the time.

Tauranga police are warning  recreational water craft users to be careful, take care and be safe.

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