The Brief
- Thousands of bees swarmed in a front yard on Chicago’s South Side, causing panic among neighbors.
- A local beekeeper arrived to safely remove them and explained it was all part of the bees’ natural behavior.
- While the bees briefly delayed a family’s plans for a backyard cookout, they said it was worth it for the unforgettable experience.
CHICAGO – What started as an ordinary afternoon on Chicago’s South Side quickly turned into a scene neighbors say they’ll never forget.
A massive swarm of bees estimated at 4,000 to 5,000 suddenly appeared in the front yard of a neighborhood home, drawing stunned residents out onto sidewalks and porches as the buzzing cloud settled near the house.
What we know:…