THOUSANDS of African bees, having taken up refuge in the old health centre building at Supenaam, now pose a grave threat to public safety at the busy port of entry, where hire cars are parked.

The issue with the bees endangering public safety was raised and discussed at the September statutory meeting of the Regional Democratic Council [RDC]. Region 2 Vice Chairman Mr. Vishnu Samaroo told Councillors that the matter was also raised and discussed at the Agriculture and Works Sub Committee of the RDC, and the situation is currently being addressed.
Residents of Baney Street, Reliance Village, Essequibo Coast have also complained that African bees are threatening their safety. One resident said the bees have made a huge hive in a mango tree in a yard, posing great danger to residents, especially school children, and livestock.

And residents of Walton Hall village are complaining that thousands of the dangerous insects have taken up refuge in an abandoned house. Several residents said the bees have already stung several animals and persons traversing the public road. Reports are that the abandoned house is located near to the public road, and should the bees be disturbed, drivers and passengers of vehicles can be attacked and serious accidents can ensue and innocent lives can be lost.

Residents are therefore calling on the Anna Regina Town Council, the Region 2 Administration and the Department of Agriculture to act quickly in ridding the area of the dangerous bees.