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Ohio Town Overwhelmed by Trillions of Mayflies, Residents Use Leaf Blowers and Snowplows
Jun 14, 2024, 02:40 AM
A town in Ohio has been overwhelmed by a massive swarm of mayflies, leading to a significant cleanup effort. Residents have resorted to using leaf blowers and snowplows to clear piles of dead insects. The infestation, described as involving 'trillions' of mayflies, has caused considerable disruption in the community. Residents described the situation as 'crazy' and noted that the insects were 'everywhere,' with some areas buried under the dead mayflies.
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