Rare Daylight Fireball Meteor Creates Loud Boom Near Statue of Liberty
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 14:08
Rare Daylight Fireball Meteor
Reports of a daylight fireball and loud booms across New York City and New Jersey suggest a meteor entered the atmosphere above the city and traveled west at 38,000 mph, according to NASA.
NASA Statement
The meteor created a loud boom near the Statue of Liberty, catching the attention of many residents.
- Meteoroid observed over New York City
- Speed of 38,000 mph reported
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