Early Wednesday morning, residents of Russia’s remote Yakutia region witnessed a jaw-dropping spectacle: an asteroid blazing through the sky like a Netflix-worthy special effect. The fiery visitor, estimated at 70cm wide, lit up the night with a comet-like tail before likely disintegrating in the atmosphere. No damage reported—just pure interstellar drama! 🎥
The Flash Heard ‘Round Siberia
Locals in Olekminsk and Lensk districts described seeing a ‘bright flash’ and a glowing trail—basically nature’s version of a TikTok transition. The European Space Agency (ESA) confirmed the asteroid’s entry at 1:15 a.m. local time and predicted its arrival within 10 seconds using global astronomer data. Talk about precision! ⏱️
Science Saves the Day (Again) ✨
Astronomer Alan Fitzsimmons called it ‘small but spectacular’—visible across hundreds of kilometers. While the rock burned up harmlessly, the event highlighted how tech is turning us into cosmic fortune-tellers. 12-hour advance notice? That’s your reminder to thank scientists today. 🔭
