Yesilgöz attacked by wasp during hat parade
VVD leader shocked after Minister for Justice and Security hit by insect, says: 'It was very unpleasant'
Dilan Yesilgöz, Minister for Justice and Security, was stung by a wasp during a hat parade in the Dutch town of Woerden on Saturday. VVD leader Mark Rutte said he was shocked by the incident. "It was very unpleasant," he said.
Yesilgöz was inspecting a line of children wearing traditional Dutch hats when she was stung on the hand. She immediately started swatting at the insect and was seen grimacing in pain. Rutte, who was standing nearby, rushed to her aid and helped her to safety.
The hat parade is an annual event in Woerden, which is located in the Dutch province of Utrecht. The parade features children from local schools and community groups, who wear traditional Dutch hats and costumes.
Yesilgöz is a member of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), which is the largest party in the Dutch parliament. She has been Minister for Justice and Security since 2021.
The incident is the latest in a series of wasp attacks that have been reported in the Netherlands in recent weeks. Experts say that the warm weather has led to an increase in the number of wasps, which are attracted to food and sugary drinks.
If you are stung by a wasp, it is important to remove the stinger as soon as possible. You can do this by scraping it off with a credit card or your fingernail. You should then wash the area with soap and water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.
In most cases, wasp stings are not serious. However, if you are allergic to wasps, you may experience a more severe reaction. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, and hives.
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