BANYUMAS REGENCY, CENTRAL JAVA, INDONESIA – FEBRUARY 26, 2026 When Slamet Arifianto was attempting to clean a water tank, he unexpectedly encountered a wasp nest. The wasps immediately launched an attack, which only stopped after Slamet suffered several dozen stings.
He was immediately taken to PKU Kroya Hospital, from where he was subsequently transported to Banyumas Regional Hospital due to his serious condition. However, even there, doctors were unable to help him, and he succumbed to his injuries.
In similar cases of accidental insect attacks, the best solution is to flee – try to get as far as possible from the nest, which they instinctively protect. If you have the option of shelter, use it. Protect your head and face along the way.
