Reports Report 172vx (Event 172-2023)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 172-2023
Observer
NamePaul P
Experience Level3/5
RemarksColor was very noticeable.
Location
AddressDallas, TX
Latitude32° 59' 30.63'' N (32.99°)
Longitude 96° 46' 6.6'' W (-96.77°)
Elevation207.73m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2023-01-10 18:45 CST
UT Date & Time2023-01-11 00:45 UT
Duration≈3.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom up right to down left
Descent Angle197°
Moving
Facing azimuth200.09°
First azimuth200.68°
First elevation22°
Last azimuth196.81°
Last elevation12°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-14
ColorGreen, Orange
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationNo
Duration-
Length-
Remarks-
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationYes
RemarksSlightly obscured by trees, but appeared to fragment as it moved downwards towards the horizon. Starting with a bright orange glow then green as it neared the horizon.