Reports Report 4759ak (Event 4759-2024)

Observer
Name Nathan S
Experience Level 1/5
Remarks There was a flash that lit up the sky, followed by a 'sparking' fireball similar to a firework. I was driving with my windows closed and did not hear any sound.
Location
Address Knoxville, TN
Latitude 35° 53' 7.77'' N (35.885492°)
Longitude 83° 56' 54.24'' W (-83.948399°)
Elevation 273.926025m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time 2024-08-30 01:14 EDT
UT Date & Time 2024-08-30 05:14 UT
Duration ≈1.5s
Direction
Moving direction From up left to down right
Descent Angle 99°
Moving
Facing azimuth 71.16°
First azimuth 52.11°
First elevation 30°
Last azimuth 91.46°
Last elevation 25°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude -16
Color Orange, Yellow
Concurrent Sound
Observation No
Remarks -
Delayed Sound
Observation No
Remarks -
Persistent train
Observation Unknown
Duration -
Length -
Remarks -
Terminal flash
Observation No
Remarks -
Fragmentation
Observation Unknown
Remarks -