Honey bees attack 80 schoolchildren in Rawalpindi

A swarm of honey bees attacked around 80 schoolchildren of a private school in Rawalpindi, officials told Geo News on Monday.

The school, where the students were stung, is located in the Bypass area of Kallar Syedan — a tehsil in the Rawalpindi district.

At least 40 of the total 80 students were shifted to the Kallar Syedan ​​Hospital, rescue officials said, further stating that the rescue teams were being called at the school.

As per details received from hospital sources, all the schoolchildren have been sent back home after they received medical treatment.

The incident unfolded during a rally, the school administration said.

"Bees attacked children and teachers," it added. "All the children are safe and sent home after receiving medical assistance."

What to do when stung by honey bee?

General practitioner Dr Osama Zia told Geo.tv that if honeybees sting a person, they should:

• Get away from the area.
• Remove the bee from body.
• ⁠Wash the area on the body thoroughly with plenty of water.
• ⁠Apply cold compressions to reduce swelling.

While it is not necessary to consult a doctor, Dr Zia said it was advisable to get a check up done.

In case people don't go to the doctor, they should be on the look out for severe allergic reaction, which includes shortness of breath and swelling of face or throat. If people suffer from such symptoms, they should immediately consult a medic.