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Spring is bee season in the Valley
What to do if
you see bee hives or swarms on your property or on city property
Spring in the
Valley of the Sun is a time for beautiful weather and lots of
outdoor outings. It's also a time to be cautious of bee activity.
Bees play an important role in the desert ecosystem by pollinating
flowers, but they can also pose a danger when irritated. Here are
some tips to keep in mind if you notice a swarm of bees or an active
bee hive in Tempe.
On
private property:
If bees are
attacking, call 911. If the bees are not attacking and you need to
have a hive removed at your home or business, call private
beekeepers or extermination companies. The City of Tempe does not
remove hives on private property.
On City
of Tempe property:
Tempe has 47
city parks, including large expanses of land at parks like Papago
Park, as well as two golf courses and several community centers.
Since bee hives can form in a matter of hours, it would not be
possible for Parks and Recreation staff members to check every
garbage can, valve box, tree and building in all those locations
every day. We rely on our residents to act as our "eyes and ears"
when it comes to noticing bees on city property. When the City of
Tempe is notified about swarm or hive activity on public property,
city staff members respond. If bees are attacking, call 911. If you
notice bee swarms or hives on city property on weekdays, call Parks
and Recreation at 480-350-5200. If bees are seen at night or on
weekends, call the Police Department's non-emergency number at
480-350-8311 and Parks and Recreation staff will be contacted. Hives
and/or swarms are then professionally removed.
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