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Africanized Honeybees
(AHB) are established in Las Vegas. These bees act in
aggressive and defensive behaviors if
they perceive a threat. If you see a swarm or colony of
any type of bee, stay away. "If you have any
questions about bees, give us a call at Vector Control
at 455-7543. Although we can ’t remove bees from
private property, we aim to provide helpful
information," stated Rusty Carlson, Vector Control
Agent II, for Public Works. He continued, "Bees can
temporarily swarm in places because they’re taking a
rest as they attempt to find a place for a hive.
However, if you see bees and a white, waxy substance,
which is honeycomb, there’s hive-building activity.
Whether swarm or hive, stay away."
Bee Aware, Bee
Smart, Bee Safe Fact Sheet
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Africanized
Honeybees (AHB) are established in Las Vegas.
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These bees tend
to act in aggressive and defensive behaviors if they
perceive a threat.
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The bees can
perceive approaching people, loud noises (for
example, yelling, barking dogs, lawnmowers, weed
cutters); strong odors; and dark colors as
threatening.
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If you see a
swarm or colony of any type of bee, STAY AWAY.
Do not disturb or attempt to remove them. Contact a
professional to handle the swarm or hive.
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If you see bees
in or on Clark County property, contact Clark County
Public Works Vector Control at (702) 455-7543.
Vector control eliminates AHB found on County
property.
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If you see bees
on your private property, do not try to destroy them
yourself. For your safety, contact an extermination
company to handle the insects.
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Since bees can be
found indoors or outdoors, keep alert in any
surroundings if you hear buzzing which may indicate
a swarm or hive of bees.
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Bees may build
hives in such places as the walls of houses and
buildings, outdoor buildings, inside concrete block
walls, the interiors of sprinkler control boxes,
eaves, inside hollow trees and desert plants, pet
shelters, bird houses, street light poles, utility
boxes, drainage channels, debris (old tires, lumber,
etc.) and formerly abandoned bee hives.
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If you
accidentally encounter bees, do not disturb them. Do
not panic. Instead, remain calm and quietly move
away until the bees are out of sight. Also, if you
are with a pet, keep it under control.
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If you are about
to be attacked or are being attacked by bees, run
away in a straight line and use your arms and hands
to shield your face and eyes from stings. Do not
scream or wave your arms. Take shelter in a car or
building. Don’t run into water or thick brush, as
they do not provide adequate protection.
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If you are
sensitive to bee stings, check with your doctor
about bee sting kits and proper procedures.
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Develop a
"bee-safety" plan. Repair holes and remove
debris since they could serve as makeshift hives.
Memorize safety measures in the event of an attack.
Know the most ideal places to run for protection.
Teach your children to be cautious of bees.
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