A swarm of honey bees attacked about 80 schoolchildren from a private school in Rawalpindi. The school is located in the Bypass area of Kallar Syedan, a tehsil in the Rawalpindi district.
Rescue officials reported that at least 40 of the affected students were taken to Kallar Syedan Hospital, and rescue teams were dispatched to the school. Hospital sources indicated that all the children were treated and then sent home.
The school administration explained that the incident happened during a rally, stating, "Bees attacked children and teachers." They assured that "all the children are safe and sent home after receiving medical assistance."
What to do when stung by honey bee?
General practitioner Dr Osama Zia told that if honeybees sting a person, they should:
Get away from the area.
-Remove the bee from body. -Wash the area on the body thoroughly with plenty of water. -Apply cold compressions to reduce swelling.
While it is not necessary to consult a doctor, Dr Zia said it was advisable to get a check up done.
In case people don't go to the doctor, they should be on the look out for severe allergic reaction, which includes shortness of breath and swelling of face or throat. If people suffer from such symptoms, they should immediately consult a medic.
