Meteor explodes off coast of Massachusetts, causing loud boom
Summary
A meteor exploded in the sky off the coast of Massachusetts on Saturday afternoon, creating a loud boom heard across multiple states in the Northeast. Scientists used reports and satellite data to confirm the meteor's path and noted it caused a sonic boom similar to a supersonic jet.Key Facts
- The meteor exploded around 2:11 p.m. Eastern Time off Massachusetts' coast.
- The boom was heard as far away as Rhode Island and startled people and animals.
- Many witnesses reported seeing a bright fireball in the sky.
- Satellite data from NOAA confirmed the meteor's entry near Boston’s South Shore.
- Meteors travel very fast and can create shock waves that cause sonic booms when entering the atmosphere.
- This meteor event is part of an increase in large fireballs seen in North America in early 2026.
- Similar recent meteors caused booms in Ohio and Texas, with some meteor fragments reaching the ground.
- Scientists say there is no current threat of a meteor impact on Earth.
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