Beginning in early March the Association phones begin to ring with reports of bee sightings. Since the buzzing activity will continue for the next several months, the information in this article will be beneficial to many of you that may experience a visit from these insects. Please keep this information as a handy reference.
Bees tend to build their colony in lower areas to the ground such as water meter boxes, but will also utilize other objects including trees, sheds, cracks in walls, roof eves, porches, turned over planting pots, debris piles, tires, bird houses, boxes, cars, boats or anywhere they can find shelter. Please do routine checks around your home and keep your property clear of any possible items where bees can build their nest.
Bees will attack when they feel threatened. Bees may perceive a threat from a loud noise, such as a lawn mower or screaming, strong odors and fragrances, shiny jewelry, dark colored clothing and waiving your arms. Please be aware of your surroundings, noises and what you may be wearing and doing.
If you have a swarm of bees or discover a bee colony in or around your home, do not attempt to remove them. Instead, contact an expert pest control vendor. Please see contact information and websites listed below.
Contact Information
Depending on the situation, please refer to below list and informational websites.
Serious Medical Emergency Only
Signs of difficult breathing, dizziness, lips or fingernails turning blue may indicate an allergic reactions – Dial 911
Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Bee Information Hotline 702/229-2000
Nevada Pest control Assoc. Bee Hotline – List of Exterminators 702/385-5853
Bees in Homeowner’s Water Meter Box – Call Utility Services’ Customer Service 702/267-5900
Bees found in City of Henderson Parks or Recreations Centers – Call Parks and Recreation Department Administration Office Bees found in or on Clark County property – Call Clark County Public Works Vector Control 702-455-7543
Bees found in Green Valley Ranch Community Association Parks and Common Areas 702/856-3773
See Yellow Pages – Under Bee Removal – List of Bee Removal Vendors
City of Henderson
City of Henderson – Bees
Clark County
Clark County – Bees
Other
Nevada Pest Control Association