Event Brief
7-ton meteor streaks across the sky over multiple states
Filed: Mar 17, 2026 at 9:01 PM ET
Summary: A 7-ton asteroid caused a loud boom as it traveled across multiple states.
WHO: Asteroid
WHAT: Meteor streaking across the sky
WHEN: Mar 17, 2026 at 8:18 PM ET
WHERE: Multiple states
WHY: Caused a loud boom mistaken for an explosion
ℹ️ This event is analyzed using pattern arcs, velocity indicators, and source analysis in our MI Console.
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