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 loud sonic booms that were initially mistaken for earthquakes or falling trees. NASA confirmed the object was natural and eventually landed in Cape Cod Bay.
Why it matters
The event serves as a reminder of the frequency of celestial objects entering Earth's atmosphere and the importance of scientific communication in preventing public panic.
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