Fireball Event — May 24, 2024

6.6N, 114.2E · Alt: 42.00 km · Vel: 36.50 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on May 24, 2024 near 6.6N, 114.2E . It released an estimated 0.1800 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 42.00 km. Entry velocity was 36.50 km/s.

0.1800 kt
Impact Energy
42.00 km
Altitude
36.50 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2024-05-24 16:19:59 UTC
Latitude6.6000000
Longitude114.2000000
Altitude42.00 km (26.1 miles)
Velocity36.50 km/s (81,648 mph)
Impact Energy0.1800 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"0.1800 kilotons — Equivalent to 180 tons of TNT"

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Other Fireballs in 2024

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June 18, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on May 24, 2024 at 16:19:59 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 0.1800 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 180 tons of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 6.6N, 114.2E at an altitude of 42.00 km (26.1 miles).

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