Albuquerque Sun: Giant Moth Swarm Descends on Downtown, Causing Traffic Chaos

Giant Moth Swarm Descends on Downtown Albuquerque, Paralyzing TrafficGiant Moth Swarm Descends on Downtown Albuquerque, Paralyzing Traffic In a surreal and unprecedented event, Albuquerque’s downtown core has been overrun by a massive swarm of moths, causing widespread chaos and disrupting traffic. Early Tuesday evening, witnesses reported seeing countless moths fluttering in the air, obscuring the cityscape and blotting out the light from streetlights. As the swarm grew in size, it began to descend upon the streets, covering windshields, clogging air filters, and creating a thick haze. “It was like a scene out of a horror movie,” said Emily Carter, a resident who witnessed the swarm from her apartment balcony. “The air was thick with moths, and they were everywhere you looked.” The unprecedented moth invasion has paralyzed traffic in downtown Albuquerque. Vehicles have come to a standstill as drivers struggle to navigate through the thick cloud of insects. Visibility has been reduced to a minimum, making it almost impossible to see other cars or pedestrians. City officials are urging residents to stay indoors and avoid the affected areas. Emergency services are on high alert, responding to calls from motorists who have become stranded or disoriented due to the swarm. Scientists are still trying to determine the cause of the unusual moth outbreak. Some speculate that the recent heavy rains and warm temperatures may have created ideal conditions for the insects to breed and multiply rapidly. The swarm is expected to persist for several hours, but the full extent of the damage and disruption is yet to be determined. City crews are working to clear the moths from the streets and restore traffic flow. In the meantime, Albuquerque residents are advised to take precautions and avoid driving or walking in the downtown area until the swarm has subsided.