NUFORC Sighting 14033

Occurred: 2000-09-07 23:42 Local
Reported: 2000-09-08 00:00 Pacific
Duration: 1 sec.
No of observers: 1

Location: Longmont, CO, USA

Shape: Fireball

Fireball sighted in a northerly direction from near Longmont, Colorado. (Clicking "...examples gives "Not Found")

I was northbound on I-25 and was approximately at milepost 234 ( north of Exit 232 to Erie). The fireball was green and was probably a meteorite. It was at a heading of approximately 350 degrees. It descended vertically to less than 5 degrees above the horizon. The topography is relatively flat at that location and continuing north into Wyoming. I noted some landmarks, so the accuracy of these data could be improved if necessary, especiially if triangulation is used. I cannot estimate my distance from the object. (Note: I was unable to send this report from Netscape 4.5)

NUFORC Note:

Another report received about this event. PD

Posted 2000-09-17