An employee of a tree company from Lienden was attacked by several hornets after failing to see a nest in a tree. He suffered dozens of stings, went into shock and spent three hours fighting for his life. He survived the attack, which occurred the previous week, and the company owner has issued an urgent appeal.

The circumstances of the attack and what prompted the appeal were not specified. The incident was followed by guidance on how to respond to hornet stings and nests.