Swarm of bees disrups rescue efforts from good Samaritans on an accident scene
Firefighters from Machakos County, who had been called to assist, were forced to use hosepipe water to spray and scatter the insects, clearing the way for rescuers to access the wreckage.
A swarm of bees disrupted rescue efforts on Sunday along the Kathiani-Machakos road, attacking both Good Samaritans and firefighters at an accident scene.
The chaos unfolded after a 14-seater van overturned at the Kwa Kakonzi corner near Iveti Hills, prompting residents to rush in and assist. However, the bees went on a rampage, indiscriminately stinging those at the scene.
Firefighters from Machakos County, who had been called to assist, were forced to use hosepipe water to spray and scatter the insects, clearing the way for rescuers to access the wreckage.
Mumbuni Location Senior Chief Mathew Mulee confirmed the incident, stating, "The vehicle veered off the road at the sharp corner, hit a tree, and overturned." He added that the passengers sustained only minor injuries and were taken to the hospital.
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