There’s something about looking up at the night sky and wondering, “What exactly was THAT?”

UFOs have fascinated people for decades, and whether you’re a true believer, a skeptic, or someone who simply loves a good mystery, it’s hard to deny the curiosity surrounding strange things spotted in the sky.

And here’s something that completely caught me by surprise: three Ocean County towns are reportedly among the Top 10 places in New Jersey for UFO sightings, according to stacker.com. WOW! I had no idea Ocean County had so many mysterious stories floating around above us.

Why Are We So Fascinated By UFOs?

There are a couple of big reasons UFOs have become such a huge part of American culture. Government hearings and discussions about unexplained aerial phenomena have certainly gotten people talking. When something mysterious is discussed publicly, it naturally makes us wonder what else might be out there.

Then there’s pop culture. Movies, television shows, books and countless stories about aliens have kept our imaginations going for generations. From little green visitors to mysterious lights in the sky, we’ve become fascinated with the possibility that we might not be alone.

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And now, knowing that three Ocean County towns are included in New Jersey’s Top 10 UFO-sighting list makes me want to look up at the sky a little more often!

So, which Ocean County towns made the list?

You might be surprised by who made the Top 10!

LOOK: Cities with the most UFO sightings in New Jersey

Stacker compiled a ranking of cities with the most UFO sightings in New Jersey using data from the National UFO Reporting Center.

Gallery Credit: Stacker

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