"Cicada Invasion 2024: States Bracing for Trillions of Emergent Insects"

Trillions of cicadas from Brood XIX and Brood XIII are set to emerge in the U.S., with Brood XIX emerging in mid-May across 15 states and Brood XIII in a few Midwestern states. The emergence, occurring for the first time since 1803, will bring around 1 million cicadas per acre, overwhelming some areas. However, states west of the Mississippi River are likely to be spared from the invasion. Despite their loud singing and large numbers, cicadas are harmless to humans and pets.