250 Million Bees Escape in Washington State After Truck Overturns

In a bizarre incident in Washington state, approximately 250 million honeybees escaped after the truck transporting them overturned on May 30th. The incident unfolded near [Location - needs further details from video], causing widespread concern among local residents and beekeepers. Authorities from Whatcom County confirmed the incident, stating that the truck was carrying an estimated 31,751kg of honeybee hives. "The truck driver apparently messed up a tight turn, causing the trailer to roll into a ditch," explained a spokesperson from the county government. The video footage shows a massive swarm of bees covering the overturned trailer and surrounding area. Local beekeepers quickly responded to the situation. "We're working to recover, restore and reset the hives," said one beekeeper, visibly covered in bees, in an interview. Their primary goal is to save as many bees as possible and facilitate the bees' return to their hives to find their queen. The incident highlights the importance of safe transportation of honeybees and the dedication of beekeepers in protecting these vital pollinators.