Western Telegraph
PEMBROKE DOCK, Wales — A Wales Air Ambulance paramedic from Pembroke Dock has been rewarded at a special ceremony in the House of Lords, for his lifesaving role after a gas explosion.
Air paramedic Phil Thomas was one of three crew members to have been selected for the prestigious Air Ambulance Team Award 2010.
The accolade is in recognition for the team’s pivotal role in saving the life of a 38-year-old man who suffered serious injuries when a gas cylinder exploded in Bridgend earlier this year.
Despite fading light and difficult weather, Mr Thomas, along with air paramedic Gareth Williams and pilot Grant Elgar, treated and flew the patient direct to microsurgery at Morriston Hospital just 34 minutes from the original 999 call.
Mr Thomas said: “I’m absolutely elated to receive this award and represent Wales Air Ambulance at the House of Lords. “This award is for all our crews and the work we do 365 days a year.”
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