TWO people were airlifted to a Sydney hospital after a portable cooker exploded at a campground north of Port Macquarie on Friday night.
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A 20-year-old woman with burns to her chest and legs was treated at Big Hill Beach about 6.30pm.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter airlifted the woman to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious condition.
A man was treated for minor burns and airlifted to the same hospital.
The Crescent Head case was one of four separate incidents across the state yesterday when a number of people suffered serious injuries in camp or fire-side incidents.
The Ambulance Service of NSW has reiterated warnings that that people should never put any kind of flammable liquid or accelerant on a fire and people should check all campfire equipment for safety, before use. Ensure gas bottles have no leaks or smells and are in good working condition.
