Meteor sighted in Victorian skies
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A meteor was sighted flying close to the ground over Victoria, creating a sonic boom audible across the state. Experts believe the fragment may have survived, landing in central Victoria.
Breakdown
- A meteor entered Earth's atmosphere over Victoria, creating a visible fireball and sonic boom.
- The meteor was observed from Melbourne to Ballarat and Bendigo, with possible fragments in central Victoria. 20s
- Experts say meteorites can be identified by a shiny black fusion crust. 43s
- The event occurred during a period of multiple meteor showers, but it is unclear if the meteor was related. 51s
- No injuries were reported, and any recovered fragments could be displayed at Melbourne Museum. 1m 16s