Meteor Boston Lights Up Night Sky, Sparking Widespread Reports Across New England
BOSTON, MA – At approximately 11:15 PM EST on Tuesday, a bright meteor streaked across the sky over Boston, igniting a flurry of reports from startled residents across the greater New England region. According to the American Meteor Society (AMS), the celestial event, characterized by a brilliant fireball and a distinctive sonic boom, was witnessed by over 200 individuals from Maine to Connecticut. Preliminary analysis from the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics indicates the meteor likely entered the atmosphere at an altitude of 80 kilometers before disintegrating. No injuries or property damage have been reported; local authorities are advising residents to remain cautious of potential meteorite fragments near suburban areas. The AMS is currently collecting additional eyewitness accounts to refine trajectory data, with further updates expected within 24 hours.