Reports Report 5096l (Event 5096-2018)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 5096-2018
Observer
NameAidan D
Experience Level2/5
RemarksSpectacular bright white fireball shot low across the sky so close we wondered if it was a firework but it was clearly farther. It was slower and larger than a regular shooting star. We clearly saw sparks trailing off the back. Unforgettable.
Location
AddressSanta Cruz, CA
Latitude36° 57' 7.7'' N (36.95°)
Longitude 122° 3' 2.9'' W (-122.05°)
Elevation14.72m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2018-11-19 19:30 PST
UT Date & Time2018-11-20 03:30 UT
Duration≈3.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom up right to down left
Descent Angle258°
Moving
Facing azimuth354.57°
First azimuth356.89°
First elevation24°
Last azimuth321.27°
Last elevation21°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-15
ColorWhite
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationNo
Duration-
Length-
Remarks-
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationYes
RemarksLike a giant firework trailing some sparks.