Travel Safely on Ohio's Lakeshore Roads During Mayfly Season

Ohio Edison to suspend streetlight service in some areas to deter flies from gathering

AKRON, Ohio, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As communities along Lake Erie brace for the mass arrival of mayflies this summer, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) is proactively working with local municipalities to keep lakeshore roads safe. Since mayflies are attracted to light, temporarily turning off streetlights can help deter swarms of insects and prevent hazardous driving conditions.

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