Reports Report 5712h (Event 5712-2020)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 5712-2020
Observer
NameRobert L
Experience Level3/5
RemarksBeautiful sight best I've seen /// surprisingly bright with illuminated trail just like a comet - I've seen comets - classic comet look to it / amazing
Location
AddressMoorestown, NJ
Latitude39° 57' 21.71'' N (39.96°)
Longitude 74° 58' 2.04'' W (-74.97°)
Elevation15.12m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2020-10-10 20:15 EDT
UT Date & Time2020-10-11 00:15 UT
Duration≈3.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom up right to down left
Descent Angle249°
Moving
Facing azimuth173.11°
First azimuth234.9°
First elevation55°
Last azimuth186.47°
Last elevation27°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-20
ColorWhite
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationYes
Duration5s
Length25°
RemarksNicely formed orb with very nice tail trail which continued throughout the event / went behind trees
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationUnknown
Remarks-