https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/wasps-sting-climber-more-than-100-times-before-she-is-rescued-by-helicopterContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/wasps-sting-climber-more-than-100-times-before-she-is-rescued-by-helicopterhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/wasps-sting-climber-more-than-100-times-before-she-is-rescued-by-helicopter#u51387Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:35:50 +0000Emergency crews used a helicopter hoist to rescue a climber in British Columbia after a severe wasp attack. The victim was airlifted to a hospital for treatment. While several outlets report the climber was stung 100 times or more, Outside Magazine disputes this specific number. Other reports indicate the stings triggered an allergic reaction. The rescue occurred amid a broader surge in wasp populations across the province driven by abundant food sources and warm weather.Why it mattersWasp activity in British Columbia has increased due to favorable environmental conditions. This incident highl