NUFORC Sighting 179825

Occurred: 2024-01-01 00:01 Local
Reported: 2024-01-01 22:37 Pacific
Duration: 60 - 90 seconds
No of observers: 2 - Military

Location: Aurora, CO, USA
Location details: Back patio facing south

Shape: Orb
Color: Orange
Estimated Size: Unknown
Viewed From: Land
Direction from Viewer: South
Angle of Elevation: 45
Closest Distance: Possibly in Colorado Springs
Estimated Speed: Unknown
Characteristics: Aura or haze around object

Witnessed a UFO flying

We enjoyed fireworks for just a few minutes when I noticed a vivid orange object in the sky, flying in a circular pattern that is not typical or possible for a helicopter or plane. I didn't bring my phone so I yelled for my spouse to record it. Our back patio faces south. It very well could have been over Colorado Springs. The object flew in circular motions and then flew straight up where it disappeared. Yes, I realize its new years and people are popping fireworks. This was very clearly not a firework. The way it moved, the way it flew straight up, and the way it disappeared were not characteristic of planes, helicopters, or fireworks.

For what it's worth, I'm very skeptical and can usually find rational explanations for things I see.

Also, the way it flew up and disappeared; it was almost as if it were reacting to the sudden fireworks going off. It seemed like it was confused at first, and then flew up to get away shortly after ALL the city started popping fireworks.

Posted 2024-02-15