Millions of honeybees escape after semitrailer carrying hives overturns in Texas (opens original article in a new tab)

Millions of honeybees swarmed a Texas neighborhood after a semitrailer carrying 400 hives overturned, prompting road closures and rescue efforts. Only a quarter of the hives may survive, with significant financial impact on the beekeeping business.

• Millions of honeybees escaped after a semitrailer carrying 400 hives overturned in Texas
• Emergency officials closed roads and advised residents to stay indoors
• Only about a quarter of the hives are expected to survive, depending on queen bee survival