A Phantom Humming Has a Connecticut City at Wits’ End

West Haven, Conn., has budgeted $16,000 for an acoustics expert to try to pinpoint the source of a low-frequency disturbance ...

‘Excruciating’ Humming Noise Remains a Years-Long Mystery and ‘Serious Public Health Issue’ for This City

“Many residents have reported increased levels of stress, anxiety and physical discomfort” states a petition in West Haven, Conn.

Mysterious hum rattles American city as residents report sleepless nights and rising fear

A mysterious hum is annoying residents of the city of West Haven, Connecticut, causing sleep disruption and anxiety. The city ...

'Can't unhear it': West Haven residents share what it's like to live with the persistent hum

I'm used to freight trains. They come and go. But this is constant,” said Kevin McGrath, one of the neighbors.
Popular Science

Low-frequency noise is pervasive. Does that matter?

Sounds that are lower pitched are less studied than other types. Some say it’s a health hazard. Others have doubts. By Lourdes Medrano/Undark Published Apr 17, 2024 8:00 AM EDT This article was ...
The Conversation

Is humming healthy? Mmm, here’s what the evidence says

The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...
AOL

Islanders say they cannot escape mysterious humming

Islanders say their lives are being disrupted by a low frequency humming sound that can be heard day and night. Lauren-Grace Kirtley, who has set up a Facebook page dedicated to the "Hebridean Hum" ...