94-Year-Old Woman Stung 74 Times by Yellow Jackets in Oregon

Yellowjackets have yellow or white faces. When resting, they usually hold their wings down their back (not spread out). Right before landing, they often fly quickly side to side. Missouri Department of Conservation
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
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A 94-year-old woman from Oregon was stung 74 times by yellow jackets while she was doing yard work, sending her to the hospital.

Bernice Arline Patterson was working on a trail near her Oregon City home when she stumbled on an underground wasp nest. She was swarmed within a few seconds, KPTV reported.
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Jack Phillips
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