Tumbleweed Invasion Strikes Utah and Nevada, Disrupting Communities

Dubbed 'tumble-mageddon,' the phenomenon has led to extensive cleanup efforts as residents and officials battle the prickly onslaught.

Towns in Utah and Nevada have been overwhelmed by a massive influx of tumbleweeds following strong storms, with some areas seeing piles as high as 10 feet.
The phenomenon, dubbed 'tumble-mageddon,' has caused significant disruptions, blocking roads and burying cars, and has required heavy cleanup efforts.
Residents have been using garden tools to combat the tumbleweed invasion, while city officials have deployed dumpsters and heavy equipment for removal.
The invasive Russian thistle plant, responsible for the tumbleweeds, breaks free from the soil after dying and disperses seeds as it tumbles.
The severe weather conditions also brought high winds and snow to the region, exacerbating the situation and leading to power outages and road closures.