Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson and his wife have been rushed to hospital after a horror barbecue accident
- The couple spent two nights in the hospital
Sydney Roosters NRL coach Trent Robinson and his wife were airlifted to hospital after a gas cylinder explosion.
It is understood the three premiership coach and his wife Sandra were cooking dinner at a property in Dalswinton, near Denman in the NSW Hunter Valley, on Monday evening when a barbecue gas cylinder exploded. Nine news reported.
The couple suffered burns to their arms and were immediately doused with cold water.
Ambulances and the Westpac Rescue helicopter attended the property, which is believed to be owned by former NSWRL chief executive John Quayle.
The former manager and his family were not injured in the incident.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson and his wife Sandra were injured in a gas cylinder explosion
Westpac’s critical care medical team airlifted the couple to Newcastle’s John Hunter Hospital.
“Trent’s wife was held there overnight and Trent was held there for a couple of nights because if there are gas injuries the lungs need to be checked,” senior reporter Danny Weidler told Nine News.
The couple have since returned to Sydney and are now recovering at home.
The Sydney Roosters have not yet commented on the matter.
News of the incident came as a surprise to Roosters officials, who gathered to celebrate the club’s NRLW premiership victory on Thursday evening.
The three-time premiership coach spent two nights in hospital
The three-time premiership coach (pictured left with Cooper Cronk after the 2019 NRL grand final) spent two nights in hospital
Robinson has been at the helm of the Roosters since 2013 and led them to three premierships, including one in his first year and then back-to-back in 2018 and 2019.
He guided the Roosters to a top four finish this season before crashing out in the preliminary final against Melbourne Storm.
The incident is a timely reminder for Aussies to be careful when firing up the barbecue in the warmer months.
Barbecue accidents can be prevented by regular checks.
“Reserve and maintain your barbecue regularly,” Fire and Rescue NSW Chief Inspector Adam Dewberry said.
‘Make sure there is always a garden hose or something similar with continuous water available.
‘If a gas leak does occur, immediately close the cylinder and allow any gas to drain.’
Also check the date stamp on the gas bottle, it is valid for 10 years.
