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Tree Trimmer Stuck in Tree Stung by Bees Over 100 Times
( Air Date: 6/9/2006 )

First responders say a Beaumont tree trimmer was stung by bees over 100 times after he became stuck in a tree Friday afternoon. It happened at a home on the 3800 block of Ironton.

The man whom authorities did not identify, was working in the tree when bees in the tree became agitated and attacked the man. He became entangled in his harness and was uanble to get down. When firefighters arrived, they were unable to rescue him because the tree was too close to power lines.

Authorities were forced to try to hose down the victim with foam and water to try and keep the bees off of him. It was not until Entergy came that authorities were finally able to rescue the man.

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