"Massive Fireball Illuminates Night Skies Across Eastern U.S."

A bright fireball, classified as "AMS Event 987-2024," was seen shooting across the night sky over several states on the East Coast, including Connecticut, Maryland, New York, and Virginia. The American Meteor Society received 225 reports of the event, which occurred around 6:49 p.m. EST. Some observers reported that the fireball fragmented, possibly producing meteorites. Fireballs like this occur frequently around the world, and those who witness such events are encouraged to report them to the AMS.