This report replaces my previous one; I checked the accuracy of my directions. I am uncertain of the exact time, but it was approximately 10:40 p.m..
Location
Address
, England (GB)
Latitude
51° 54' 8.79'' N (51.902441°)
Longitude
2° 2' 24.93'' W (-2.040257°)
Elevation
97.32296m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time
2020-09-05 22:40 BST
UT Date & Time
2020-09-05 21:40 UT
Duration
≈1.5s
Direction
Moving direction
From up right to down left
Descent Angle
187°
Moving
Facing azimuth
113°
First azimuth
113°
First elevation
55°
Last azimuth
111°
Last elevation
30°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude
-19
Color
Yellow
Concurrent Sound
Observation
No
Remarks
-
Delayed Sound
Observation
No
Remarks
-
Persistent train
Observation
No
Duration
-
Length
-
Remarks
-
Terminal flash
Observation
Yes
Remarks
It appeared to grow bigger and brighter with a final burst of bright yellow.
Fragmentation
Observation
Yes
Remarks
The head of the fireball appeared pear-shaped and when the final burst occurred the head seemed to break away from the tail leaving a visible dark gap.
