Millions of Bees Accidentally Released in 18-Wheeler Crash

Queen Bee Supply LLCAround two million bees have accidentally been set free after a truck carrying them overturned. The 18-wheeler was hauling hives in Mauriceville, Texas, when it tipped over on a corner and spilled its 50,000-pound load of insects. The truck driver was uninjured during the crash and subsequent chaos, but KFDM-TV in Beaumont reported that its photographer was stung while gathering images at the scene. Orange County Emergency Services District 4 issued a warning to people in the local area, telling them to stay indoors. The force said that work was underway to move the bugs from the stricken truck and onto a new transport. Texas-based bee store Queen Bee Supply LLC said that it called in a coalition of beekeepers, both amateur and professional, to recover the massive swarm. “Not something you ever want to see, but so nice to see beekeepers helping beekeepers,” the retailer said. “From commercial outfits to backyard beekeepers, grateful for everyone that came out and helped!” “We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as crews work to safely resolve this incident,” Orange County ESD 4 wrote in a statement. Read it at KBTXRead more at The Daily Beast.