Security Camera Footage Captures Meteorite Streaking Across Russian Sky
Residents of Russia's Bryansk Oblast were shocked and amazed when a bright fireball streaked across the sky, leaving a trail of smoke in its wake.
The incident was captured on security camera footage, which has since gone viral on social media.
The footage shows a bright object streaking across the sky at high speed. The object leaves a trail of smoke behind it, and there is a loud bang as it passes.The Russian Academy of Sciences has confirmed that the object was a meteorite. The meteorite is believed to have entered the Earth's atmosphere at a speed of approximately 20 kilometers per second. It is estimated to have exploded at an altitude of approximately 25 kilometers.
The meteorite is believed to have been part of a larger asteroid that broke up in the Earth's atmosphere. The asteroid is believed to have been approximately 10 meters in diameter.
The meteorite impact did not cause any damage or injuries. However, it did startle many residents of Bryansk Oblast.
The incident is a reminder that the Earth is constantly being bombarded by meteorites. Most meteorites are small and do not pose a threat to humans. However, larger meteorites can cause damage or even injuries.
The Russian Academy of Sciences is continuing to investigate the incident. The academy is hoping to learn more about the meteorite and its composition.
The incident is a reminder that we are not alone in the universe. There are many other objects out there in space, and some of them can be quite dangerous. It is important to be aware of the risks posed by meteorites and other space objects.
