In a startling incident, more than 80 schoolchildren were stung by a swarm of honey bees at a private school in the Kallar Syedan area of Rawalpindi. The attack occurred during a school rally, causing panic among students and staff. Rescue services promptly arrived at the scene, and at least 40 affected children were rushed to the nearby Kallar Syedan Hospital for medical assistance. Fortunately, all the children received necessary treatment and were discharged shortly after.
The school’s administration assured concerned parents that all students were safe and sent home after receiving proper care. Medical professionals advised that anyone stung by a bee should immediately move away from the area, clean the sting site, and apply cold compressions to reduce swelling. In cases of severe allergic reactions, such as difficulty breathing or facial swelling, immediate medical attention is crucial.
This incident highlights the need for increased safety measures in schools to prevent such events from occurring in the future (
The News
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