Do you know the dangers of disturbing a Wasps Nest in Wolverhampton or What to do if you’re attacked by a swarm of wasps?
The dangers of disturbing a Wasps Nest has led to man being stung 42 times after accidentally disturbing a wasps’ nest in his back garden. The wasps attacked the 70-year-old, from Delamere in Cheshire, while he was trimming a hedge.
Wasps usually only sting when they feel threatened, said Natalie Bungay, technical officer at the British Pest Control Association (BPCA).
A wasp in distress emits a pheromone that sends nearby colony members into a defensive, stinging frenzy. Unlike bees, wasps do not die after one sting. They can, and will, sting you quite a few times, said Ms Bungay.
“While being stung by one wasp isn’t normally dangerous, 30 or 40 stings could kill you.” So be careful NOT to disturb a wasps nest.
If you are stung you should pull out any stings left in the skin and wash the area with soap and water, according to NHS advice.
Doctors recommend applying ice or a cold flannel to the site for 10 minutes and elevating the area to reduce swelling.
You can also take over-the-counter remedies such as antihistamines and painkillers.
Best advice is to seek medical advice if you have been stung multiple times.
Also, Call an expert Wasp Nest Removal company like Anti-Pest to safely remove the nest and eradicate the threat of it happening again.
As well as wasp control, Ant-Pest Pest Control offers a fast and discreet service for all pests including Rats & Pigeons for private and business customers.
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