British paratroopers lead airdrop onto Tristan da Cunha for suspected hantavirus case - Reuters
British paratroopers lead airdrop onto Tristan da Cunha for suspected hantavirus case Reuters
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"The arrival of paratroopers, medical personnel and medical supplies from the sky has hopefully reassured the people of Tristan da Cunha."
— Brigadier Ed Cartwright , Other
"I am deeply grateful to the personnel across the Armed Forces and the RAF who acted at pace to get urgent medical support to Tristan da Cunha."
— Not specified , Other
"This was an extraordinary operation in incredibly challenging circumstances to get vital help to our citizens on Tristan da Cunha."
— Not specified , Other
"This was a joint effort with the Royal Air Force and highlights the speed, reach and utility of parachuting."
— Not specified , Other
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British paratroopers and medical personnel parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha to deliver medical supplies and aid a British national suspected of contracting hantavirus.
An overview of the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, including cases on Tristan da Cunha and other locations.
An Army specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha to provide medical assistance following a suspected hantavirus case involving a British national on the island.
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