Willcox-area victim hospitalized after 50 to 100 stings during home attack
Willcox Fire-Rescue responded near Quick Silver Road and Cattle Drive after several people were stung or trapped inside a home. One victim inside had 50 to 100 stings, was described as somewhat incoherent and was taken by ambulance for hospital evaluation. Two other people reported 15 to 25 stings. Bees continued attacking inside the home and stung first responders.
Incident Summary
Willcox Fire-Rescue responded near Quick Silver Road and Cattle Drive after several people were stung or trapped inside a home. One victim inside had 50 to 100 stings, was described as somewhat incoherent and was taken by ambulance for hospital evaluation. Two other people reported 15 to 25 stings. Bees continued attacking inside the home and stung first responders.
Public-Safety Lesson
Enter enclosed shelter immediately and close doors and windows when possible. A victim who is confused after dozens of stings needs urgent medical evaluation, and responders may require bee-specific protective equipment to complete the rescue.
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Source Information
Source: KGUN 9 / Willcox Fire-Medical
Source Strength: B - Established Local News / Fire Department Information