Meteor as heavy as an elephant causes widespread speculation across New England
A meteor weighing as much as an elephant entered the atmosphere over New England, causing a loud sonic boom that rattled homes and sparked public speculation. NASA confirmed the event was a natural meteoroid that broke up over Cape Cod Bay.
Why it matters
The event highlights the frequency of atmospheric meteor entries and the importance of public communication by scientific agencies to prevent panic during natural phenomena.
When the double boom rang out in New England over the weekend, shaking homes and sending pets fleeing, questions started flooding social media.
The article reports factual information provided by NASA and local witness accounts without political or ideological framing.
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