Portland Perplexed by Surge in Unicorn SightingsPortland Perplexed by Surge in Unicorn Sightings Portland, Oregon, has become the epicenter of a peculiar phenomenon that has baffled residents and authorities alike: a sudden surge in unicorn sightings. In recent weeks, multiple witnesses have reported encountering these mythical creatures in various parts of the city. From the lush greenery of Forest Park to the bustling streets downtown, unicorns have seemingly materialized out of thin air, leaving a trail of wonder and confusion in their wake. One eyewitness, Emily Carter, described her encounter with a unicorn in the International Rose Test Garden as “like something out of a dream.” “It was grazing among the roses, its silver-white mane flowing in the breeze,” she said. “It was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen.” Other sightings have been reported in the Pearl District, along the Willamette River, and even at the Portland International Airport. The creatures have varied in color and size, but they all share the same distinctive features: a single, spiraled horn, a flowing mane, and an ethereal aura. The surge in sightings has sparked a mix of excitement and skepticism among Portland residents. Some believe that the unicorns are a sign of hope and magic in an otherwise mundane world. Others dismiss them as hallucinations or elaborate hoaxes. “I’m not one to believe in fairy tales,” said resident John Smith. “But I saw a unicorn with my own eyes yesterday. I can’t explain it.” City officials have been equally perplexed by the phenomenon. They have commissioned a team of wildlife experts to investigate the sightings, but so far, no concrete evidence of the unicorns’ existence has been found. “We’re treating this as a serious matter,” said City Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty. “The safety of our residents is our top priority, and we want to rule out any potential threats.” As the mystery of the Portland unicorns continues to unfold, the city has become a magnet for tourists and unicorn enthusiasts alike. Businesses have started offering unicorn-themed tours, restaurants are adding “unicorn milk” to their menus, and the city’s social media feeds are awash with photos and videos of the elusive creatures. Whether the unicorns are real or the product of collective imagination, their presence in Portland has undoubtedly added a touch of enchantment to the city. As long as they continue to roam the streets, Portland will remain a place where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, where reality and fantasy blur, and where the impossible becomes possible.