NUFORC Sighting 116693

Occurred: 2015-01-13 20:06 Local
Reported: 2015-01-13 19:41 Pacific
Duration: Unknown
No of observers: 1

Location: Gila River Indian Reservation, AZ, USA

Shape: Other
Characteristics: Aircraft nearby

Orange lights south of Phoenix near Estrella Mountains

This is my 2nd report of seeing the same orange lights near the Estrella Mountain Range. 2 orange lights appeared near the southern tip of the mountain and then eventually faded away.

Upon driving further I noticed 1 light reappear close to my location. I estimate maybe 2-3 miles distance. Literally like it was turned on. These lights are brilliant orange and have an odd glow. Normally lights at a distances will twinkle as the light wave passes through the atmosphere; these were a perfect solid glow (no twinkle). After getting home I went outside to see if I could see them but my view was obscured by my apartment complex and trees. However I did notice several air craft now in the area.

Since my original sighting in December, I looked up online this phenomenon and apparently it is well documented.

Also I understand the Gila River Indian Tribe has stories regarding these lights going back some time.




NUFORC Note:

Witness elects to remain totally anonymous; provides no contact information. PD


Posted 2015-01-16

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