Fatal Bee Attack Claims Life of 60-Year-Old Woman in Farrukhabad
60-year-old woman dies in Farrukhabad bee attack
Hindustan Times
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Sudhira Devi, a 60-year-old woman from Sakwai village in Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India, died after being attacked by a swarm of bees while collecting milk. Four others were injured in the incident as they attempted to rescue her. Local residents are urging authorities to remove the beehive to prevent further incidents.
- 01Sudhira Devi was attacked by bees while collecting milk near her home.
- 02Four individuals, including family members, were injured while trying to help her.
- 03The swarm was dispersed by villagers using smoke from a fire.
- 04Sudhira was declared dead at a local hospital after being taken unconscious.
- 05Residents are calling for the removal of the beehive to ensure safety.
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A tragic incident occurred in Sakwai village, located in Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India, where 60-year-old Sudhira Devi died after being attacked by a swarm of bees. The attack happened around 11 am as she stepped outside her home to collect milk, unknowingly passing beneath a beehive in a neem tree. When she was stung, she ran back towards her house, pursued by the bees. In her desperate attempt to escape, her daughter-in-law, Sapna Devi, and her two grandchildren, Pari (7) and Shaurya (5), were also stung while trying to help her. Neighbors rushed to assist, and about 10 to 12 villagers managed to disperse the swarm by lighting a fire to create smoke. Despite their efforts, Sudhira was taken to a private hospital where she was pronounced dead. She is survived by her two sons, Ram Pratap Singh Rathore and Naveen. Following the incident, local residents have urged the administration to remove the beehive, citing ongoing safety concerns.
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This incident raises concerns about public safety in the area, especially regarding the presence of dangerous wildlife like bees.
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