Ellenborough Lewis the koala put down after severe burn injuries
Ellenborough Lewis was rescued by a woman during the New South Wales bushfires, but the story ultimately ended in heartbreak. The decision came from the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie to put him down.
In a heartbreaking Facebook post, the hospital announced its decision.
The heroic woman, Toni Doherty, took off her shirt and was recorded running into an out-of-control bushfire in Long Flat to save Lewis.
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The koala was taken to the hospital where he was treated for severe burns to his feet, chest, and stomach. Unfortunately, his condition took a turn for the worse and the decision was made to put him down on Tuesday.
RIP, Lewis!
On 24 November, the hospital gave a detailed report on Facebook about his condition:
Toni has been labelled a hero for what she did for Lewis, and we think so too: