Fireball Event — June 18, 2024

32.2N, 31.8W · Alt: 28.70 km · Vel: 16.20 km/s

Key Takeaway

This fireball event occurred on June 18, 2024 near 32.2N, 31.8W . It released an estimated 0.0790 kilotons of energy. Peak brightness was recorded at an altitude of 28.70 km. Entry velocity was 16.20 km/s.

0.0790 kt
Impact Energy
28.70 km
Altitude
16.20 km/s
Velocity
0.0 MJ
Radiated Energy

Event Location

Event Details

Date/Time (UTC)2024-06-18 21:01:32 UTC
Latitude32.2000000
Longitude-31.8000000
Altitude28.70 km (17.8 miles)
Velocity16.20 km/s (36,238 mph)
Impact Energy0.0790 kilotons TNT
Total Radiated Energy0.0 MJ

Energy Context

"0.0790 kilotons — Equivalent to 79,000 kg of TNT"

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did this fireball event occur?

This fireball was detected on June 18, 2024 at 21:01:32 UTC.

How powerful was this fireball?

The estimated total impact energy was 0.0790 kilotons of TNT. Equivalent to 79,000 kg of TNT.

Where was this fireball detected?

The fireball was detected at coordinates 32.2N, 31.8W at an altitude of 28.70 km (17.8 miles).

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