Residents have sighted their first cicadas over the past week.

Brood II cicadas in a Cold Spring backyard (Photo by Karen Riner)

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Just the start of the cicadas in Garrison (Photo by Davey lant)

Just the start. Davey lant- Old Albany Post rd, Garrison, NY

The Close family, of Garrison, has spotted their first cicada, noting, ”They’re here! Our first cicada spotted – perched on the column of the front porch yesterday. It hasn’t moved - probably too cold!”

Photo courtesy of Boo Close

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