Mar 1 • 18:49 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Five women are rescued after a bee attack on a street in Avaré

Five women were hospitalized following a bee swarm attack in the Paranapanema Avenue in Avaré, Brazil, during an attempted removal of a bee colony.

In Avaré, São Paulo, five women were attacked by a swarm of bees while on Paranapanema Avenue, leading to their emergency rescue on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred during a botched attempt by two beekeepers to remove a beehive located on the roof of the Municipal School 'Benê de Andrade'. Three of the women received care from the Mobile Emergency Service (Samu), while two were helped by bystanders passing through the area. The local fire department responded and emphasized safety precautions regarding bee handling, particularly highlighting that such activities should not occur during the daytime due to heightened bee activity. Following the incident, the beehive was safely removed from the school roof without posing any further risk of attacks. However, the health status of the victims was not available at the time of the report. This incident underscores the dangers associated with beekeeping in urban areas, especially when safety protocols are not properly followed. It serves as a reminder for beekeepers and the general public to respect wildlife and ensure that necessary precautions are taken when interacting with potentially aggressive species.

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