How to Kill a Hornet Wasp With Fire
An active hornet or wasp nest on your house is a hassle as well as a hazard. If your house is not properly sealed around the nest, the pests can find their way inside. Even if the wasps don't come inside, an active nest outdoors is still always a threat and, once agitated, you can end up with the whole nest attacking. One method of eradication is to burn the nest, a method that works best in conjunction with other methods. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Dress in clothing that leaves as little skin exposed as possible. Long sleeves and gloves are highly recommended.
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Ensure that all windows and doors are closed so that any insects that leave the nest do not flee into your house.
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Spray the nest with hornet and wasp spray to kill as many of the insects as possible.
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Position a metal trash bin beneath the nest, being sure not to agitate any remaining insects.
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Construct a fire beneath the nest so that the smoke rises into the nest. This will cause many of the insects to leave the nest, reducing chance of stings in later steps.
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Use a long stick or gardening implement to knock the nest down and into the garbage can, and quickly close the lid tightly.
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Place the bin over the fire to roast the nest and kill any remaining insects inside it.
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Tips & Warnings
Always follow proper safety precautions in building your fire. Create a pit by forming a circle out of non-flammable materials, such as large rocks.
