A Dazzling Cosmic Event

In the early hours of Wednesday morning, around 3 a.m., a breathtaking fireball streaked across the skies of Mexico City, captivating onlookers as it blazed a trail over plains, volcanoes, and quaint towns.

Social Media Goes Wild!

Videos capturing this celestial wonder quickly went viral, igniting both awe and a fantastic wave of memes across social media platforms. One user humorously tweeted, “No, the meteor that exploded last night isn’t your reason to reconnect with your ex,” paired with a GIF of dinosaurs amidst a meteor shower.

Cartoon Crashes and Political Jests

Before long, images of the fireball were hilariously altered with cartoon characters and biting political quips, further fueling the internet frenzy.

What Exactly Was It?

Scientists swiftly clarified that the extraordinary spectacle was not just a meteorite but a bolide. According to NASA, these bolides are defined as exceptionally bright meteors that illuminate a vast area, turning night into day.

Mario Rodríguez, a space science expert at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, elaborated that this fiery traveler can also be classified as a meteoroid—a fragment of a meteor. He explained that as bolides descend through the atmosphere, they ignite due to immense pressure, trailing a luminous tail and emitting intense light.

A Safe Cosmic Show!

Rodríguez highlighted that the meteoroid, measuring around 1.5 meters (5 feet) long, posed no threat to the population. Unlike meteorites that crash to earth, bolides completely disintegrate in the atmosphere, making this celestial show a safe and stunning sight to behold.

An Event to Remember!

As the excitement ripples through Mexico City, one thing is certain: this fireball has left an indelible mark on the collective memory, reminding us of the wonders of the universe.