Neighbors in Haverhill, Massachusetts, have been tormented by the worst thing imaginable: a Dunkin’ Donuts factory leaving their homes smelling like bakeries. To many others, however, that sounds more like paradise than a punishment.
The whole donut situation was reported by NBC 10 Boston. In a video shared on TikTok, one of the neighbors revealed that his house smells like a bakery, filled with “little cakes.” By the looks of it, he has had enough of the otherwise delicious aroma.
The sweet scent is caused by the Dunkin’ factory located in Haverville, Massachusetts, which so happens to be the biggest in the country for the donut-making empire. Approximately one million donuts are baked a day inside the 100K square foot plant.
As a result, residents nearby are left with the aforementioned smell of freshly baked donuts, torturing their very existence. Resident Sean Wilson spoke about the issue at a city council meeting, saying that the smell has been non-stop for two months.
According to a Dunkin’ spokesman attending the meeting, the issue might not disappear, but deepen. He detailed that, as soon as more stores open up in the area, the factory production times will expand. Furthermore, the city is currently reviewing a request by the donut company for large tanks of edible shortening oil and diesel fuel.
A Donut Dream, Reactions
Beyond the hyperbole, the neighbors, while bothered, seem to take the situation with a sense of humor.
“I’m not sure who’s complaining about Dunkin’ Donuts. Maybe Starbucks people,” one man said. Another neighbor echoed his sentiments, saying, “I could imagine a lot worse things to be smelling. I mean, donut is not a problem.”
Users seemed to agree with the lighthearted remarks. Many even wished to move to the Massachusetts city to experience the glorious donut smell.
“I fail to see how this is a problem,” one user commented. Another one said, “How is that a bad thing?!?” A third one added, “Oh no, my home smells like delicious pastries.”
Currently, the city is waiting for a sign-off on behalf of inspectional services, the outlet reported. For the time being, the neighbors will continue to enjoy Christmas, a very donutty Christmas.
