16-year-old rescued from mountain

A teenager was rescued from the Tongariro Crossing today after suffering breathing difficulties.

The Taupo-based Greenlea Rescue Helciopter was called to the crossing this morning to airlift the 16-year-old.

Pilot Nat Every said the Canadian girl was part of an organised group of 25 touring New Zealand and Australia. She was flown to Taupo Hospital.

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