Millions of Bees Swarm Washington After Truck Crash

Millions of Bees Escape After Truck Overturns in Washington Whatcom County, WA - May 30, 2025, witnessed an unusual incident involving a truck carrying an estimated 70,000 pounds of honeybee hives. The truck overturned, spilling the hives and causing millions of bees to swarm the area. The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene, along with local beekeepers who worked to recover and reset the scattered hives. "It was quite a sight," said a local resident who witnessed the event from a safe distance. "The bees were everywhere!" A spokesperson for the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office stated that the truck driver escaped without injuries. The beekeepers worked diligently to ensure the bees were safely contained, minimizing any potential risks to the public. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe transportation of hazardous materials. While the situation was initially alarming, the swift response from local authorities and beekeepers prevented any major incidents. The bees were eventually collected and the hives were restored.