WITH the festive summer season, bringing the heat on bee “attacks” become more common occurrence in Durban.
ER24 has given us some general safety precautions unto be mindful of during this period.
Chitra Bodasing Harduth ER24 spokesperson said while there are instances where you cannot foresee bee attacks,
“Our general advice to the public would be not to provoke bees or interfere with bee hives. Seek professional assistance. If you are stung by a bee/bees scrape the sting off as quick as possible,” she advised.
However Harduth said if one is stung by a bee and your throat closes or if you have difficulty in breathing or you have severe swelling in your face and throat, seek urgent medical attention.
“If you are allergic to bees and you are stung by a bee but show no adverse effects immediately, still seek medical assistance. Also, if you know that you are allergic, speak to a medical professional so that they can prescribe the correct medication for you,” she concluded.
