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250 Million Bees Swarm Washington State After Escaping Overturned Truck: ‘Stay Away'
Approximately 250 million bees escaped from an overturned truck in Washington State on Friday, May 30 Several agencies and master beekeepers responded to the scene to recollect the bees Authorities have warned people to "stay away" from the area where the incident occurred for at least 200 yards over the next 24-48 hoursAround 250 million bees are on the loose in Washington State after a truck transporting the winged insects overturned. At around 4:00 a.m. local time on Friday, May 30, a commercial truck carrying an estimated 70,000 pounds of honey beehives overturned on Weidkamp Road near Lynden. Shortly after 9:00 a.m., the beehives fell off the truck, causing the bees to escape, the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office stated in a news release shared on Facebook. 'Master beekeepers are on scene, and others are on the way, to assist in re-setting the box hives,' WCSO said, per the news release. 'The plan is to allow the bees to re-hive and find their queen bee. That should occur within the next 24-48 hours. The goal is to save as many of the bees as possible.' WCSO deputies and Whatcom County Public Works responded to the scene, along with the WCSO Division of Emergency Management (DEM), who were assisted by several Master Beekeepers. Authorities have advised locals to avoid Weidkamp between Loomis Trail Road and West Badger, Berthusen Park, for at least 200 yards, as the area remains closed for the next 24 to 48 hours. Derek Condit, author of The Natural Beekeeper's Path: Treatment-Free Practices for a Living World, volunteered to help collect the bees. He explained to Komo News that the beehives 'crushed' into each other when the truck fell over, so they're having to 'rebuild' them, which has been a delicate and difficult process. 'It's not necessarily something we can go up with the keepers and just grab the beehives that are collapsing and falling apart,' Condit told the outlet. 'So we're basically one by one rebuilding the beehives, putting the frames back in and have to stack them.' 'These bees are going to swarm in the local areas and start new hives, luckily, so there will be re-pollination in this area, but there will be great losses as well,' he added. Condit posted a video on Facebook, showing millions of honey bees buzzing in the air during the recollection process. He sported a white beekeeper suit while joined by other rescuers in protective gear. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The master beekeepers stopped working on the hives at 2:00 p.m. local time on Friday, per Komo News. 'No one could have predicted 250 MILLION BEES would be loose on a road. So, stay away. Just…. Don't go anywhere near them," The WA Emergency Management team wrote on X. Authorities have assured the public that the bees pose no health risk, however, they warn that anyone allergic to bee stings 'should check the State Department of Health webpage on bees and wasps,' per the WCSO news release. Read the original article on People
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01-05-2025
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Condit Exhibits BizSpotlight
Condit Exhibits, founded in 1945 by artist Bill Condit, marks their 80th anniversary in 2025. Originally established as Denver's first graphic design firm, Condit has grown into a leading experiential marketing agency, known for its custom tradeshow exhibits, museum displays, corporate environments, and temporary structures. The company expanded its reach with the 2019 acquisition of Exhibit Source, Inc. in Chicago, broadening its Midwest presence and deepening its expertise in key industries such as food and beverage, heavy industries, healthcare, and technology. Throughout its history, Condit has demonstrated resilience and adaptability, navigating economic downturns in 2001 and 2008 by diversifying its offerings and implementing efficient business practices. Under the leadership of longtime CEO Mike McGowan, the company has seamlessly integrated boutique design with large-scale fabrication, fostering a unified workforce and achieving consistent revenue growth. The recent promotion of Jenny Koehn to President underscores Condit's commitment to innovation, sustainable growth, and embracing emerging technologies like AI to enhance efficiency and environmental responsibility. As the events and experiential industry continue to rebound post-pandemic, Condit has remained an active contributor to recovery, supporting organizations like The Exhibitor Advocate, the Future Workforce Initiative, EDPA's Midwest and Northwest chapters, and educational mentorships with local schools and trade programs. Condit's creative excellence and industry leadership have earned numerous accolades, including recognition on EXHIBITOR's Top 40 list, Event Marketer's Fab 50, and multiple honors in the Exhibit Design Awards, Portable Modular Awards, and Best of beMatrix Awards. 'We, along with our clients and colleagues, navigated uncertain and unprecedented times in the past few years,' said President Jenny Koehn. 'We are fortunate to have come out the other side stronger, more adaptable, and ready to face any new challenges and opportunities that come our way!' Heading into their ninth decade as an organization, Condit will keep their core values of collaborative design, high-quality craftsmanship, and responsive customer service at the forefront of their business strategy with an increasing focus on sustainability and future workforce development. McGowan summarized, 'I couldn't be prouder to work alongside this team every day. Condit has a powerful legacy – one that we can all look forward to continuing to build together as we support our customers and give back to both our industry and our community.' Serving many Colorado brands, Condit is proud to call Denver home. Their headquarters, housed in a historic railroad depot and blacksmith shop at the I-70/I-25 corridor, spans about 157,000 square feet. This main facility includes a full manufacturing floor with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment, temperature-controlled warehouses, and front-office space with dedicated internal departments who perform all company offerings, including sales, marketing, design, construction, engineering, storage, customer service, traffic coordination, and accounting. Their showroom is open during business hours for tours and talks with their team.
