"2024 Cicada Emergence: Hotspots, Timing, and Impact on 16 States"

A rare cicada 'apocalypse' is set to occur in the US as more than one trillion of the red-eyed insects from two different broods emerge in a 200-year event, infesting 16 states. The infestation, expected to last for about six weeks, will likely damage trees, particularly young ones, as the insects lay eggs in branches. While the cicadas are not harmful to humans, they are known for their loud mating calls and can create an unpleasant odor as they die. The emergence of both broods together is a rare event, occurring for the first time since 1803, and is expected to have a significant impact on forested areas and urban green spaces.