Fireball Event — April 15, 2023

20.1S, 36E · Alt: 41.40 km · Vel: 17.20 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on April 15, 2023 near 20.1S, 36E . It released an estimated 6.5000 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 41.40 km. Entry velocity was 17.20 km/s.

6.5000 kt
Impact Energy
41.40 km
Altitude
17.20 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2023-04-15 08:21:58 UTC
Latitude-20.1000000
Longitude36.0000000
Altitude41.40 km (25.7 miles)
Velocity17.20 km/s (38,475 mph)
Impact Energy6.5000 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"6.5000 kilotons — Equivalent to 6,500 tons of TNT"

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May 17, 2004
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Other Fireballs in 2023

May 20, 2023
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August 5, 2023
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June 21, 2023
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1.4000 kt
March 11, 2023
74.7S, 79.5E
1.1000 kt
October 26, 2023
45.9N, 174.8W
0.7800 kt
December 30, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on April 15, 2023 at 08:21:58 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 6.5000 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 6,500 tons of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 20.1S, 36E at an altitude of 41.40 km (25.7 miles).

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