Hiker stung more than 100 times by bees near Arizona mountain summit, airlifted in critical condition A hiker was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition after being stung more than 100 times by a bee swarm near the summit of Lookout Mountain Preserve in north Phoenix. The man was unable to descend the trail due to the massive number of stings. Fire officials issued a bee safety reminder, noting that while hundreds of stings can be fatal for those without allergies, even a few can be dangerous for allergic individuals.

• A hiker was stung over 100 times by bees near the summit of Lookout Mountain Preserve in north Phoenix.
• The hiker was unable to descend the trail and required an airlift rescue.
• He was transported to a hospital in critical condition.
• Fire officials provided bee safety tips, such as avoiding hives and scented products.
• A pediatrician noted that hundreds of stings can be fatal without allergies, but a few can be life-threatening with allergies.