Buzzed In The Ear!

Hello.

If you go into the wilderness by yourself, I guess you put yourself in the line of fire, figuratively speaking.

Animal attacks happen.

In states like Arizona, you face coyotes, mountain lions, rattlesnakes, tarantulas, black bears, scorpions, black widows, brown recluse, Arizona brown spider, gila monster, javelina boars, Africanized honey bees, foxes and loose dogs pose dangers.

The animals in question that injured a man were the Africanized honey bees.

Once disturbed, these bees will immediately start attacking the intruder. They will travel up from ¼ to ½ mile. They will stay aggressive for at least 24 hours. 

A hiker is on the road to recovery after being stung by bees more than 100 times on a mountain in Arizona, fire officials said. He was hiking alone!

The Phoenix Fire Department said they responded to Lookout Mountain around 10 a.m. on Saturday after getting a report of a hiker that was stung multiple times by bees near the summit.

Officials said the hiker was transported to a nearby hospital by an awaiting ambulance at the trailhead, and he remains in critical condition.

Bees are very common on Lookout Mountain, and they are frequently encountered by hikers. Almost 100% of wild bees in Arizona are Africanized honey bees, commonly known as "killer bees," which are known for being aggressive and highly protective of their hives.

Technical rescue teams have made contact with the hiker. Command is planning on utilizing Phoenix Firebird 10 to fly the patient off the mountain. pic.twitter.com/7TrEkLx63U

— Phoenix Fire Dept. (@PHXFire) April 4, 2026

Africanized honey bees are a hybrid between European and African bee subspecies which were accidentally released in Brazil in the 1950s. They have spread to the south as far as northern Argentina, and to the north into the United States, according to the Center for Invasive Species Research.

These types of bees tend to sting more when they feel threatened, which can be life-threatening, especially for people allergic to stings or with limited capacity to escape.

Always prepare for wild animals when hiking alone.

The fire department is urging people to avoid disturbing bee hives and skip scented products when outdoors. They also say hikers should wear light-colored clothing.

If you encounter a swarm, fire officials said you should run away, quickly hide and protect your head and face.

It's also important not to swat at the bees, as this can provoke an attack.

Key Facts on Africanized Bee Attacks:

• Attack Range: They typically chase victims for at least 400 meters (feet or a quarter-mile).
• Aggression: They send out thousands of stingers compared to only a few dozen from European bees.
• Safety Advice: Run away in a straight line, seek enclosed shelter (car/building), and cover your head. Do not jump into water.
• Physical Characteristics: While they look identical to regular honey bees, their venom is not more toxic, but they sting in far greater numbers. 

Can we get the Darwin Award for the most stupidest people on the planet?

You can't fix stupid!

You can't change minds!

You are completely trapped in stupid.

You are wrapped and emboldened in stupid.

Again, why do white people always treat wild animals like they're domesticated? 

I don't get why some of these people believe it's their mission to disrupt the lives of others. 

This is why Republicans are idiots. Democrats are idiots too but at least some of them have the sense to not engage in stupidity. Not saying all Republicans are idiots, but definitely the ones who voted for President Donald J. Trump are.

I've said it before and I stand by what I say: "Wild animals are......well you know!"

Interacting with uncontacted people is dangerous. Well, they are.... you know!"

If you want to be a thrill seeker, you might want to get life insurance.