What season are we in?

The steady staccato of cicadas vibrating, like a chorus of a thousand castanets. Detours, lane changes and orange cones. Warmer air and a chance of air quality issues.

Yes, it’s early summer in Kentuckiana. We can’t do anything about the cicadas, but here are some tips to help save some money and help the air.

Construction can move overnight, so use an app like Waze or Google Maps to find alternate routes. This will also help you avoid road hazards and traffic tie-ups due to accidents.

Summer is a great time to explore a cleaner commute, like ridesharing, biking, or taking TARC. Even a few trips sans car can help you see our region in a new way.

Long, hot, sunny days may produce more ozone in our region. Check the AQI regularly before exerting yourself outdoors.

The cicadas will be gone soon, with this particular brood not returning until 2042. Not much we can do about them, but there's so much we can do for cleaner air.