Fireball Event — February 23, 2016
32.3N, 67.2E · Alt: 44.00 km · Vel: 17.90 km/s
Key Takeaway
This fireball event occurred on February 23, 2016 near 32.3N, 67.2E . It released an estimated 0.1200 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 44.00 km. Entry velocity was 17.90 km/s.
0.1200 kt
Impact Energy
44.00 km
Altitude
17.90 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy
Event Location
Event Details
| Date/Time (UTC) | 2016-02-23 03:59:13 UTC |
| Latitude | 32.3000000 |
| Longitude | 67.2000000 |
| Altitude | 44.00 km (27.3 miles) |
| Velocity | 17.90 km/s (40,041 mph) |
| Impact Energy | 0.1200 kilotons TNT |
| Total Radiated Energy | 0.0 MJ |
Energy Context
"0.1200 kilotons — Equivalent to 120 tons of TNT"
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did this fireball event occur?
This fireball was detected on February 23, 2016 at 03:59:13 UTC.
How powerful was this fireball?
The estimated total impact energy was 0.1200 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 120 tons of TNT.
Where was this fireball detected?
The fireball was detected at coordinates 32.3N, 67.2E at an altitude of 44.00 km (27.3 miles).
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