Escape from the “Hive” Washington issues sting warning + video
According to webangah News Agency, a truck transporting approximately 250 million honeybees overturned near the Canadian border in Washington state, prompting officials to warn residents.
The incident occurred while the vehicle was carrying about 31,750 kg of beehives. Skilled beekeepers quickly joined authorities at the scene to assist with recovery efforts.
The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office stated their primary objective was rescuing as many bees as possible following the accident. Officials confirmed the area would remain quarantined, warning: “Approximately 250 million bees have escaped. avoid the area to prevent potential bee attacks.”
Police-released video footage shows swarms of bees surrounding the overturned truck at the crash site.
