Move over, “100 guys vs. a gorilla” — this time, it’s one poor referee versus a full-blown portable toilet … and spoiler alert: the ref loses.
A shocking and hilarious video is going viral across social media this week, showing the chaotic moment a referee was knocked off his feet by a rogue porta-potty during a powerful storm at Penn State.
Caught on Camera: Porta-Potty Takes Flight and Slams Into Ref
The wild footage, reportedly taken during an intramural soccer match, shows an official assisting with the game running for cover as strong winds suddenly picked up. Within seconds, a portable toilet comes hurtling across the field, crashing directly into the unsuspecting ref.
The impact was as startling as it was surreal — and it sent shockwaves (and stunned silence) through the group of onlookers who had previously been laughing and screaming at the storm’s intensity.
???? Porta-potties weigh around 230–250 pounds, meaning this wasn’t just a minor bump — it could have caused real injury.
Referee Thankfully Escapes Serious Injury
Luckily, the referee appears to be okay. TMZ Sports spoke with the person who captured the wild video, who confirmed that the official “walked it off” after the incident.
Still, while the ref may have survived physically unscathed, the embarrassment might linger a little longer — getting bulldozed by a flying toilet is not exactly how anyone wants to go viral.
Pennsylvania Storm Turns Deadly
While this incident was bizarre and borderline comedic, the storm itself was no joke. According to reports, three people were killed across Pennsylvania due to Tuesday’s severe weather, including a 22-year-old man who was tragically electrocuted.
PowerOutage.us reported that nearly 400,000 residents were left without electricity in the aftermath, as high winds and relentless rain battered the state.
Social Media Reacts to the Viral Porta-Potty Moment
As expected, social media users were quick to react to the clip with a mix of concern and shock humor. Comments ranged from “nature really said no referee today” to “I’ve heard of getting carded, but this is next level.”
The video serves as a reminder of how unpredictable and dangerous severe weather can be — even turning everyday objects like porta-potties into flying projectiles.
Final Word: Porta-Potty 1, Referee 0
Though the referee can now laugh about the ordeal, the moment will live forever online as one of the most unexpected sports bloopers of the year. And next time there’s a storm warning? Might be wise to stay far away from flying plastic restrooms.
