It started as an ordinary day for Carol Howarth, a resident of Haverfordwest, UK. She parked her car in town, intending to do some quick shopping. But when she returned, she was met with a shocking sight—her car was completely covered in *thousands* of buzzing, uninvited guests.
A massive swarm of bees had taken over her vehicle!
**A Bizarre Invasion in Broad Daylight
Local resident Tom Moses happened to pass by and was just as stunned. “It was incredible—people were stopping to take pictures, but I was worried. The car was parked right in front of a bar, and I feared someone might panic and do something dangerous, like throw water or try to swat them away,” he recalled.
Concerned for both the bees and the people nearby, Tom quickly contacted a team of beekeepers. Thanks to their expertise, the swarm was carefully gathered and moved to a safe location. Crisis averted—or so they thought.
**The Bees Weren’t Done Yet!
Just when Carol thought the ordeal was over, the unexpected happened—the next day, the bees *followed her home*!
Baffled, she once again called the beekeeping experts for help. This time, Roger Burns, an experienced beekeeper, examined the situation and discovered the likely cause of the strange phenomenon.
**Why Did the Bees Follow Her Car?
It turned out that the queen bee had somehow gotten trapped inside Carol’s vehicle—possibly drawn in by something sweet. Unwilling to leave their queen behind, the swarm of nearly 2,000 bees had instinctively followed the car all the way home.
After carefully locating and freeing the queen, the beekeepers guided her back to her colony, and the swarm finally dispersed.
While bees are known to be fiercely loyal to their queen, experts were still amazed by the sheer persistence of this swarm. Following a car for two days straight? That’s bee dedication at its finest!
Could This Happen to You?
Believe it or not, swarms of bees sometimes settle on cars, trees, or even bicycles if their queen finds a temporary resting place. To avoid attracting them:
🐝 Keep your car windows rolled up when parked.
🍯 Avoid leaving sugary foods or drinks inside.
🌿 If you notice a bee swarm, don’t panic—call local beekeepers for safe removal.
Carol’s experience was both bizarre and fascinating, but thanks to quick action and bee-friendly experts, it had a happy ending! 🐝✨