CCFD shares safety tips following recent bee attack in Las Vegas

Earlier this April, we shared a story with you about Anne Wayman and her dog Alfie, who were attacked by a swarm of Africanized bees at Cottonwood Canyon Park.

Now, we’re hearing from the Clark County Fire Department (CCFD) about what you can do to protect yourself from bee attacks while you’re out enjoying the sun in Las Vegas.

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Summerlin woman, dog survive bee swarm attack at Cottonwood Canyon Park

According to CCFD and the Nevada Department of Agriculture, bees are active year-round in the valley, but use the time from spring to fall to build new hives — which is why you might notice more of them around now.

However, if you’re looking for more specific relief from bees, here’s what CCFD recommends.

General precautions

Welcomeing springtime with pastels in your wardrobe is actually a good idea — CCFD says that lighter colored clothing is preferable to help avoid bees outdoors, since they’re attracted to darker hues…

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