Fireball Event — May 20, 2016

32.8S, 15.1E · Alt: 30.60 km · Vel: 20.80 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on May 20, 2016 near 32.8S, 15.1E . It released an estimated 0.1100 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 30.60 km. Entry velocity was 20.80 km/s.

0.1100 kt
Impact Energy
30.60 km
Altitude
20.80 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2016-05-20 11:59:46 UTC
Latitude-32.8000000
Longitude15.1000000
Altitude30.60 km (19 miles)
Velocity20.80 km/s (46,528 mph)
Impact Energy0.1100 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"0.1100 kilotons — Equivalent to 110 tons of TNT"

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February 6, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on May 20, 2016 at 11:59:46 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 0.1100 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 110 tons of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 32.8S, 15.1E at an altitude of 30.60 km (19 miles).

Data from NASA/JPL Center for Near Earth Object Studies (CNEOS). This site is not affiliated with NASA or JPL.