Springfield: Giant Donut Creates Hole-y Mess on Main Street

Springfield: Giant Donut Creates Hole-y Mess on Main StreetSpringfield: Giant Donut Creates Hole-y Mess on Main Street Springfield, Mass. – A giant donut-shaped inflatable caused a hole-y mess on Main Street on Saturday, after it broke loose from its moorings and rolled down the street. The 12-foot-tall donut, made of pink vinyl, was part of a promotional display for the local donut shop, Go Nuts. It was meant to be suspended above the sidewalk, but strong winds caused it to break free. Witnesses said the donut bounced and rolled down the street like a giant beach ball. It caused chaos as it knocked over trash cans, dented parked cars, and sent pedestrians scrambling. {“author”}“It was like something out of a cartoon,” said eyewitness Sarah Jones. “I couldn’t believe I was seeing a giant donut rolling down the road.” The donut eventually crashed into a light pole, deflating with a loud bang. It left a trail of pink vinyl and a stunned crowd in its wake. Authorities quickly blocked off the area and called for a tow truck to remove the donut. There were no reported injuries, but several businesses reported minor damage. Go Nuts owner Frank Dunleavy was mortified by the incident. “We’re so sorry for the mess this has caused,” he said. “It was an unfortunate accident, and we’re working with the city to ensure it doesn’t happen again.” Springfield police said they are investigating the incident and may issue a citation to Go Nuts for improper display. Despite the mishap, the giant donut has become an unexpected social media sensation. Photos and videos of it rolling down Main Street have been shared widely, eliciting both amusement and disbelief. “Only in Springfield,” wrote one Twitter user. “A giant donut on the loose!” “The most Springfield thing I’ve ever seen,” added another. “This town is a hole-y place.”