Debra, the local resident who sent shockwaves through the community with her socially distant fart, has spoken out about the incident.
"It was just a little toot," she claimed, though eyewitnesses paint a different picture. According to reports, Debra's flatulence was so powerful that it cleared out an entire aisle of the local grocery store.
"I was just trying to keep people away," she explained. "I don't want to catch the virus."
But was it really necessary to unleash such a putrid cloud in order to stay safe? Some have called Debra's actions extreme, while others have praised her dedication to social distancing.
"I mean, it worked," noted one local shopper who fled the scene of the fart. "Nobody wanted to be near her after that."
Others, however, are less impressed. "I think she's taking things a little too far," said one critic. "We all need to do our part to stay safe, but we don't need to be spraying toxic gas everywhere."
Despite the controversy, Debra remains unapologetic. "I'll do whatever it takes to keep myself and others safe," she declared.
Some experts have weighed in on the incident, warning that such extreme measures may not actually be effective in preventing the spread of the virus.
"Sure, it might keep people away from you in the short term," said one infectious disease specialist. "But ultimately, the best way to stay safe is to wear a mask, practice good hand hygiene, and avoid close contact with others."
Regardless of whether or not Debra's tactics are truly effective, her fart has certainly left an impression on the community.
"I've never smelled anything like that in my life," said one witness. "I hope I never have to again."
Perhaps it's a sign that we all need to take social distancing a little more seriously. Or maybe it's just a cautionary tale about the dangers of eating too many beans. Only time will tell.
