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Millions of bees escape after semitruck hauling beehives overturns, authorities say
By Rusty Surette, Debra Worley at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
MAURICEVILLE, Texas (KBTX/Gray News) – Nearly 2 million bees escaped Sunday after a semitruck hauling beehives overturned in a rural part of southeast Texas. Photos shared online by Christie Ray of Queen Bee Supply show beekeepers and first responders working together to secure the area where the...
Key takeaway Orange County Emergency Services District 4 shared posts on Facebook warning residents to stay indoors as crews worked to load the beehives onto other transport trucks.
Why this matters in The Midland
The incident in Mauriceville, although not in Midland County, has implications for local beekeepers and farmers who transport beehives through the Permian Basin area. The region's vast open spaces and rural roads can be hazardous for large vehicles, including those carrying sensitive cargo like beehives. As the beehives from the overturned semitruck are being taken to a local honey farm, Midland's own honey producers and bee enthusiasts may be watching closely to see how the situation is handled. The cooperation between beekeepers and first responders in southeast Texas demonstrates the importance of having experienced professionals on hand to deal with such unique emergencies. In Midland, where agriculture and farming are significant contributors to the local economy, the safety and logistics of transporting livestock and sensitive goods like beehives are of particular concern.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? MAURICEVILLE, Texas (KBTX/Gray News) – Nearly 2 million bees escaped Sunday after a semitruck hauling beehives overturned in a rural part of southeast Texas. Photos shared online by Christie Ray of Queen Bee Supply show beekeepers and first responders working together to secure the area where the...
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