Egypt: Scorpions have stung at least three people to death and injured more than 450 people in Aswan |source-BBC News
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According to BBC News, on Friday 12 November 2021, there was heavy storms in Egypt that brought scorpions into the streets and homes in the southern city of Aswan. The deadly scorpions have stung and killed at least three people and injured hundreds in the city.
“Some 450 more people were injured by scorpion stings, a health ministry official said…The hail and thunder storm in the area near the River Nile on Friday was particularly violent.” BBC reported
Aside from scorpions, snakes have also been disturbed. “Scorpions are regularly washed into the streets by heavy rain, while snakes have also been disturbed.”
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To remedy the situation, BBC News reported that “Extra doses of anti-venom have been provided to medical centres in villages near mountains and deserts…Doctors have been pulled away from giving vaccinations to treat scorpion stings, the official added.”
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People have been urged to stay at home and avoid places with many trees. Egypt is home to fat-tailed scorpions that are among the most deadly in the world. Venom from a black fat-tail can kill humans in under an hour.
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Symptoms related to widespread venom effects can include difficulty breathing, muscle twitching and unusual head movements. Anti-venom is used as a preventative measure before symptoms arise, but can also work once symptoms start to worsen.
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