Unraveling the Mystery
To clear up all the confusion, let’s make one thing clear: the garbage bin is not actually floating. It is safely on solid ground. But what then causes the floating impression? The answer is quite simple, but you need to look closely. Next to the garbage bin is a puddle of water that almost perfectly mimics the shape and shadow of the bin, making it look like it is truly floating.
This fascinating photo was first posted on Reddit and quickly found its way to Twitter, where it went viral in no time. Some users couldn’t resist drawing a link to the prolonged lockdown, as if isolation caused so much confusion. One Twitter user wittily responded: “If you think this garbage bin is floating, you clearly need to go outside for some fresh air. It’s just a puddle of water.”
In short, what seemed to be a floating garbage bin at first glance is nothing more than a play of light, shadow, and a bit of water. It’s a reminder that not everything is as it seems. And perhaps it’s also a sign that we could all use a bit of fresh air after spending so much time indoors.
