US Homes Shake as Meteor Explodes With Force of 300 Tons of TNT
A meteor exploded over the northeastern United States with the force of 300 tons of TNT, causing loud booms and shaking houses. NASA confirmed the event was a natural object and not space debris or a satellite.
Why it matters
This event highlights the frequency of natural celestial phenomena and the importance of monitoring near-Earth objects for public awareness.
Add ScienceAlert on Google Satellite image of the explosion high in Earth’s atmosphere. (CSU/CIRA and NOAA) A meteor crashing toward Earth exploded over the northeastern United States on Saturday, NASA said , setting off booms that echoed over the region with a blast equivalent to 300 tons of TNT.
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