Fireball Event — June 1, 2024

1S, 15.9W · Alt: 26.50 km · Vel: 12.60 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on June 1, 2024 near 1S, 15.9W . It released an estimated 0.2500 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 26.50 km. Entry velocity was 12.60 km/s.

0.2500 kt
Impact Energy
26.50 km
Altitude
12.60 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2024-06-01 23:24:58 UTC
Latitude-1.0000000
Longitude-15.9000000
Altitude26.50 km (16.5 miles)
Velocity12.60 km/s (28,185 mph)
Impact Energy0.2500 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"0.2500 kilotons — Equivalent to 250 tons of TNT"

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on June 1, 2024 at 23:24:58 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 0.2500 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 250 tons of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 1S, 15.9W at an altitude of 26.50 km (16.5 miles).

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