Columbus Shocker: Giant Asparagus Sprout Blocks Traffic on Main StreetColumbus Shocker: Giant Asparagus Sprout Blocks Traffic on Main Street In an extraordinary turn of events, traffic on Columbus’s Main Street came to a standstill on Thursday morning after a colossal asparagus sprout, measuring an astonishing 10 feet in length and weighing over 200 pounds, took root and blocked the thoroughfare. Witnesses described the scene as surreal. The enormous vegetable lay横卧in the center of the road, its嫩茎piling up like a green wall. Cars and buses were forced to reroute, creating a massive traffic jam that stretched for miles. “It was like something out of a science fiction movie,” said bewildered motorist Sarah Jenkins. “I’ve never seen anything like it.” The sprout’s sudden appearance has left local officials baffled. Botanists from Ohio State University are investigating the cause, speculating that it may be the result of a genetic mutation or an unusually fertile growing season. Meanwhile, the giant asparagus has become a viral sensation on social media. Residents have flocked to the scene to take selfies with the colossal vegetable, dubbing it the “Columbus Asparagus Giant.” “It’s both hilarious and a bit terrifying,” said local resident Mike Smith. “It’s like a giant green monster guarding our town.” Emergency services have been called to the site to remove the massive sprout. Specialized equipment is being brought in to carefully lift it and transport it to a nearby field. The asparagus sprout is expected to be replanted and used to promote local agriculture. It is hoped that the vegetable’s newfound fame will draw attention to the importance of fresh produce and the unique character of Columbus. “This asparagus sprout may have caused a temporary disruption,” said Mayor Andrew Ginther. “But it has also united our community in a way we never expected. It’s a reminder that even in the most unexpected places, life can throw us a curveball—and sometimes it’s a giant, green one.”