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721
Language
English
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Summary

The "Storm Area 51 They Can't Stop All of Us" event has garnered significant attention, with over 2 million registered attendees, sparking curiosity among governments and the public alike. The Lincoln County Nevada government has declared a state of emergency due to the expected influx of visitors, while the US Air Force has issued warnings against infiltrating the top-secret Area 51 base. Short-term rental data provider Transparent analyzed capacity changes in surrounding counties to gauge demand for accommodations, revealing an increase in capacity in 7 out of 8 counties, with some experiencing notable increases. The data suggests that some areas around Area 51 are expanding short-term rental capacity in anticipation of the event, but the actual turnout remains uncertain.