**BREAKING: Mysterious “Hole Punch of Doom” Appears in Sky, Residents of Vermont and New York Left Baffled and Slightly Terrified**
In a bizarre incident that has left scientists scratching their heads and the general public scratching their lottery tickets, a gigantic hole seemingly appeared in the sky over Vermont and New York’s Champlain Valley, leaving a trail of bewildered onlookers and at least one very confused moose.
According to eyewitnesses, the enormous circular void, dubbed the “Hole Punch of Mass Confusion,” was spotted hovering above the region, causing widespread awe and mild panic.
“I was out getting my morning coffee when I saw it,” said local resident, Jane Doe. “At first, I thought it was a giant flying saucer had sucked a hole in the sky, but then I remembered I was in Vermont, so it was probably just a plane.”
The National Weather Service quickly jumped into action, deploying their team of highly trained cloud whisperers to investigate the phenomenon.
After conducting a thorough analysis, officials announced that the hole was likely caused by a passing plane, which, in a freak occurrence, created a “hole punch cloud” – a rare atmospheric anomaly that occurs when an airplane flies through a layer of supercooled water droplets in the air.
“We’re not entirely sure what happened, but we’re pretty sure it was a plane,” said a spokesperson for the National Weather Service. “Or maybe it was a giant invisible cookie cutter. We’re still investigating.”
As news of the Hole Punch of Doom spread, social media went into a frenzy, with many residents sharing their own theories about the mysterious void.
“I think it’s a sign from aliens,” tweeted @VermontWeirdo. “Or maybe it’s just a giant portal to Canada. Either way, I’m buying a ticket.”
While officials continue to monitor the situation, residents are advised to remain calm and carry on with their daily lives – unless, of course, the hole starts sucking up all the maple syrup in the region. Then, all bets are off.
**UPDATE:** The Federal Aviation Administration has announced that it will be conducting a thorough investigation into the incident, including reviewing footage of the event and interviewing eyewitnesses.
**SECOND UPDATE:** Local businesses are capitalizing on the phenomenon, selling “I survived the Hole Punch of Doom” t-shirts and offering “Hole Punch Viewing Tours” for the low, low price of $50 per person.
**THIRD UPDATE:** The Governor of Vermont has declared today “Hole Punch Awareness Day” and has ordered all residents to take a mandatory 30-minute break to gaze up at the sky and contemplate the mysteries of the universe.
