Do not go barefoot outdoors.
Place the food in airtight containers, avoid the proximity of flowers and household waste.
Equip your doors and windows with mosquito nets.
In the presence of an insect, do not make abrupt gestures: push it away without panicking.
In the event of a bite, if possible remove the sting by carefully scraping it with your fingernail or the tip of a knife. Approach a heat source and apply a soothing cream. If there is an abnormal reaction (difficulty in breathing), consult a doctor.
If you find a nest: do not come near. If they are bees, contact a beekeeper, who will be happy to collect them. If it is wasps, you can call the fire department, but not all of them are on the move. It depends on the urgency, the region … and it is often paying (from 50 €). If you want to intervene yourself, wait until the end of the afternoon: the insects are less active.
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