Fireball Event — October 30, 2023

42.9S, 44.7W · Alt: 33.80 km · Vel: 17.60 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on October 30, 2023 near 42.9S, 44.7W . It released an estimated 0.0920 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 33.80 km. Entry velocity was 17.60 km/s.

0.0920 kt
Impact Energy
33.80 km
Altitude
17.60 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2023-10-30 07:22:55 UTC
Latitude-42.9000000
Longitude-44.7000000
Altitude33.80 km (21 miles)
Velocity17.60 km/s (39,370 mph)
Impact Energy0.0920 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"0.0920 kilotons — Equivalent to 92,000 kg of TNT"

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on October 30, 2023 at 07:22:55 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 0.0920 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 92,000 kg of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 42.9S, 44.7W at an altitude of 33.80 km (21 miles).

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