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250 million bees escape after semi-truck overturns in Washington State

Last updated: May 31, 2025 12:36 am
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“Bee” on High Alert as 250 Million Bees Escape After Truck Overturns in Washington State

Roughly 250 million bees were set loose into the wild when a commercial semi-truck rolled over in Washington state, leading officials to caution locals to steer clear of the area.

The truck, carrying 70,000 pounds of honey bee hives, overturned in a rural part of Whatcom County, just north of Seattle near the Canadian border, around 4 a.m. on Friday, according to the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office.

The bees escaped around 9 a.m. when the hives fell off the truck. Residents were advised to stay away from the area and maintain a distance of at least 200 yards.

Emergency crews enlisted over two dozen beekeepers to help contain the situation. Local beekeeper Derek Condit described the process of collecting the bees and returning them to their hives amidst swarms of bees surrounding him.

Matt Klein, the Deputy Director of Emergency Management for the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office, highlighted the severity of the situation, emphasizing the need for caution and avoidance of the area.

Despite some journalists and officials being stung by the bees, there was no significant health risk to the public. The bees were being transported to South Dakota after pollinating a local blueberry field.

Whatcom County, known for its bee-friendly initiatives through Bee City USA, plays a vital role in protecting bee populations and supporting the local berry industry. However, the county also faced challenges with the discovery of a murder hornet nest in 2020.

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