"The 2024 Cicada Emergence: What You Need to Know"
TL;DR
Billions of noisy cicadas are set to emerge from the ground in a rare synchronized event across about 15 states in the eastern United States, with experts warning of a deafening noise and trees literally covered with the insects. This event, known as "cicada-geddon," occurs every 13 or 17 years and is expected to be a unique and fascinating natural spectacle.
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