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environment2 years ago•2 min saved

Beekeepers successfully rescue 5 million bees after truck mishap in Canada

Five million bees fell off a truck in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, after the straps holding their hives in place came loose. Beekeeper Michael Barber and a dozen other beekeepers responded to calls for help from local police, successfully corralling most of the bees back to their hives. The incident resulted in a 400-meter radius of scattered bees and hives, with a few hundred bees not surviving the accident. The driver of the truck was stung over 100 times but was not seriously injured. This serves as a reminder to securely strap beehives during transportation.

via BBC|

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environment2 years ago•4 min saved

Beekeepers Save the Day: Rescuing 5 Million Bees in Ontario

Beekeepers in Ontario, Canada, came together to rescue five million angry bees that had escaped from wooden boxes that fell off a truck and were swarming a road. Dozens of beekeepers, equipped with beekeeper suits and smokers, worked to subdue and relocate the bees. The police warned pedestrians to avoid the area and urged residents to keep their windows closed. The beekeepers successfully collected most of the bees and returned them to their hives, with the help of visual cues and the bees' natural instincts. The incident highlighted the importance of community support and collaboration in protecting bees.

via The New York Times|

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