Bizarre Noise in West Conway? Locals Try to Identify Source
A mysterious sound echoing through parts of West Conway sparked a flurry of speculation this week, as residents took to social media to figure out just what they were hearing.
“Anyone else hear that loud hum or rumble around 9:30 last night? It was like a low helicopter or a generator running nonstop,” one resident posted online.
The thread quickly caught fire, with dozens of replies pouring in from neighborhoods near Hogan Lane, Prince Street, and beyond. Many reported hearing the sound for several minutes, with a few saying it even made their windows vibrate.
🔊 What Did It Sound Like?
Descriptions varied slightly, but many residents used terms like:
- “Low-pitched buzz”
- “Mechanical hum”
- “Distant jet engine”
One commenter joked,
“Sounded like the sky was getting ready to take off.”
🤔 Theories Abound
Theories ranged from plausible to playful:
- 🛫 Passing cargo plane? Some suggested the sound came from a low-flying aircraft out of Little Rock National Airport.
- 🔧 Generator or industrial equipment? Others guessed a large generator or HVAC system at a nearby commercial site.
- 🚨 Military or National Guard? A few residents speculated about night-time drills from Camp Robinson or Little Rock Air Force Base.
- 👽 “Aliens, obviously.” quipped one user, getting a round of laughing reacts.
🏙️ Any Official Word?
So far, no official explanation has been released by Conway authorities or nearby airports. Residents reached out to:
- Conway Police Department
- Conway Corp
- Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport
As of this writing, none have confirmed any unusual activity or scheduled operations that would explain the sound.
đź“ž You can contact Conway Police Department for non-emergency reports at (501) 450-6120
📡 Or check Conway Corp’s News & Alerts
đź“Ł Heard It Too?
If you heard the noise—or maybe even caught it on camera—local users are encouraging neighbors to:
- Share security footage timestamps
- Post audio/video clips to community groups
- Note exact locations and times of the sound
You can add your experience to the ongoing discussion on Facebook.