CBS News(@CBSNews):A swarm of approximately six billion termites surrounded a deputy's vehicle as he was driving through Abita Springs, Louisiana on Tuesday evening. Termite swarming typically happens in the state around this time of year, during warm, humid and rainy weather, according to Louisiana State University.

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2026.05.14 01:49

A swarm of approximately six billion termites surrounded a deputy's vehicle as he was driving through Abita Springs, Louisiana on Tuesday evening. Termite swarming typically happens in the state around this time of year, during warm, humid and rainy weather, according to Louisiana State University.