Does Smoke Work on Yellow Jackets?

The only smoke a yellow jacket respects is after a 1/4 cup of gas and a match. I've found smoke doesn't work with yellow jackets. I've also found that some gas without the match works just as well.

Does smoke get rid of yellow jackets?

Smoke Them Out

Another way to get rid of yellow jacket nest is by smoking them out. Using the same protective measures, light a fire in your grill and place it just below the nest, or build a small, controlled fire below it.

Does smoke keep wasps away?

Smoke – use smoke to force the wasps to evacuate. The smoke from a small fire under the hanging nests will suffocate them and force them to leave. Put out the fire after, and with the help of a stick knock down the empty nest.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.