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A Rhode Island hiker stumbled upon a shocking scene—dozens of ticks clinging to his legs after brushing against a “tick bomb,” a massive cluster of lone star ticks known for explosive infestations. These ticks, active in late summer, aren’t just annoying—they can trigger alpha-gal syndrome, causing severe red meat allergies in some. With females laying up to 3,000 eggs at once, these clusters are growing more common. Experts urge prevention: tuck pants into socks, treat clothes with permethrin, stick to trails, and use lint rollers if you spot a cluster. If bitten, remove ticks carefully and submit them to programs like URI’s TickSpotters for ID and next steps.

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