source : the age
Two riders have been injured after being bucked from a camel during a popular tour on Broome’s Cable Beach.
In vision posted on social media, one person can be seen falling from the saddle of a camel at the popular Broome beach, before falling to the sand.
A WA Country Health Service spokesperson said a man and woman in their 60s were transported to Broome Hospital around 5pm on Saturday following the incident.
As of Monday, one patient has been discharged, while the other is in a stable condition.
In a statement, a Shire of Broome spokesperson said camel tours are a longstanding and much-loved part of the Broome experience, and incidents like this are rare.
“Broome continues to be a safe and welcoming destination, offering unique experiences enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year,” the spokesperson said.
“Our thoughts are with those injured in the incident, and we wish them a speedy recovery.”
