Man attacked by crocodile gets airlifted by Netcare, Mpumalanga
30 November 2016 | From Arrive Alive
The Netcare1 helicopter that is dispatched to life-threatening emergencies was dispatched to Nelspruit earlier today to airlift a critically injured man to a level 1 trauma facility in Johannesburg for further medical care.
The man was attacked by a crocodile while fishing at Komatipoort dam on Tuesday afternoon.
Reports indicate that the man suffered severe injuries.
The man has been receiving medical care at a local medical facility in Nelspruit since Tuesday.
On board, the helicopter was two Critical Care Assistants and an Emergency Care Practitioner to ensure that the man receives the best possible medical care.
The man was intubated and loaded into the helicopter and thereafter flown to Johannesburg.
The man is now admitted into a level 1 trauma unit in Johannesburg which is internationally renowned. The hospital is to date one of only two private hospitals accredited by the Trauma Society of South Africa.
29 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
With around six weeks to go before many businesses shut down for the festive season and families head off on holiday, now is the time for motorists to get their vehicles road-ready, says the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI).
MIWA
29 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Limpopo, in collaboration with the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and other law enforcement partners, has dealt a significant blow to cross-border criminal syndicates through a series of intelligence-driven operations conducted between 21 September
29 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a light motor vehicle on the southbound lane of the R102 in Verulam - KZN this evening (Wednesday, 28/10/2026).
Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were called out by passing motorists at approximately 18:07. On arrival, Reaction Officers
29 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
With fuel now above R30 a litre inland, taking care of the tyres beneath your car could help you avoid unnecessary costs
Transport Month is an important reminder that keeping South Africa moving depends on more than roads and transport systems. For motorists, it is also an opportunity to think about
29 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has called on motorists across the country to prepare adequately for the upcoming festive season by ensuring that their vehicles are roadworthy and that all driving and vehicle documentation are valid and up to date.
A total of 2,248,795 vehicle licence
28 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A truck has overturned onto its side on the M25 beneath the N2 bridge.
Emergency services are currently conducting salvage operations at the scene.
Heavy traffic congestion is experienced in the area from both bounds. Motorists are advised to approach with caution, reduce speed and use alternative
28 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Around 11:30am this morning ALS Paramedics responded to a serious crashes which had happened on either bounds of the M13 near Richmond Road in the Pinetown area.
On ALS Paramedics arrival it was found that single vehicles had overturned on either bounds of the M13 leaving multiple people injured.
28 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Emergency services responded to the scene of a crash on the R44 Agter Paarl.
Truck rolled. 2 patients with minor to moderate injuries.
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28 Oct 2026 | From Arrive Alive
An overturned vehicle on the M19 Eastbound, before the Reservoir Hills offramp.
Motorists are advised to approach the area with extreme caution, reduce speed and maintain a safe following distance.
Expect possible traffic delays and drive safely