This report has been linked to the following event: Event 172-2023
Observer
Name
Walter W
Experience Level
1/5
Remarks
The fireball was at a very low altitude when it was first observed. It travelled directly over my head from West to east and exploded approximately 4-5 seconds after initial viewing. Involuntarily ducked because the altitude was so low I thought we might get hit by debris
Location
Address
, TX
Latitude
30° 45' 31.19'' N (30.76°)
Longitude
97° 58' 44.73'' W (-97.98°)
Elevation
329.98m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time
2023-01-10 19:00 CST
UT Date & Time
2023-01-11 01:00 UT
Duration
≈3.5s
Direction
Moving direction
From up left to down right
Descent Angle
100°
Moving
Facing azimuth
83.5°
First azimuth
323.98°
First elevation
25°
Last azimuth
63.08°
Last elevation
18°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude
-16
Color
Blue, Light Yellow, Red
Concurrent Sound
Observation
Yes
Remarks
Made an almost rocket like sound
Delayed Sound
Observation
Yes
Remarks
A defined explosive sound when it exploded right over my head
Persistent train
Observation
No
Duration
-
Length
-
Remarks
-
Terminal flash
Observation
Yes
Remarks
Very bright explosion with a flash of blue and red
