Fireball Event — June 18, 2024

44.3N, 173.2E · Alt: 44.30 km · Vel: 35.40 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on June 18, 2024 near 44.3N, 173.2E . It released an estimated 1.2000 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 44.30 km. Entry velocity was 35.40 km/s.

1.2000 kt
Impact Energy
44.30 km
Altitude
35.40 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2024-06-18 13:51:19 UTC
Latitude44.3000000
Longitude173.2000000
Altitude44.30 km (27.5 miles)
Velocity35.40 km/s (79,188 mph)
Impact Energy1.2000 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"1.2000 kilotons — Equivalent to 1,200 tons of TNT"

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April 12, 2016
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March 6, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on June 18, 2024 at 13:51:19 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 1.2000 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 1,200 tons of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 44.3N, 173.2E at an altitude of 44.30 km (27.5 miles).

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