
Newfoundland has become the center of a peculiar mystery as strange white blobs have washed ashore along 28 miles of its coastline. These blobs, which began appearing in September, are described by locals as “slimy on the outside and spongy on the inside,” sparking curiosity and concern throughout the community.
Dave McGrath, a Newfoundland resident, has been observing the blobs and said they resemble pancakes with dimples. “I poked a few with a stick, and they were firm inside,” he explained. “In all my years living here, I’ve never seen anything like this.” McGrath and other residents are anxious to learn more about these objects and whether they pose any danger.
Authorities, including Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the Coast Guard, have launched an investigation to identify the source and composition of the blobs. ECCC spokesperson Samantha Bayard confirmed that multiple surveys of the coastline have been conducted, but so far, no conclusive answers have been found.
Stan Tobin, another resident, compared the blobs to doughy clumps, noting that they smell faintly of vegetable oil. He’s found “hundreds” of these blobs, with most measuring around six inches in diameter. “Somebody has to know where these things are coming from,” Tobin said, expressing frustration over the lack of information.
While Canadian officials have determined that the blobs are plant-based, the mystery remains. Locals continue to wonder whether the blobs are harmful to the environment or if they pose any health risks. Until more is known, Newfoundland residents are left with an ongoing mystery on their hands.