Reports Report 8898c (Event 8898-2025)

Observer
Name Melissa E
Experience Level 2/5
Remarks Sky conditions: partially cloudy with gaps, but the fireball was clearly visible. The motion was distinct and dramatic.
Location
Address Chandler, AZ
Latitude 33° 19' 18.19'' N (33.321719°)
Longitude 111° 49' 21.55'' W (-111.822652°)
Elevation 373.118561m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time 2025-11-20 20:51 MST
UT Date & Time 2025-11-21 03:51 UT
Duration <1s
Direction
Moving direction From down left to up right
Descent Angle 61°
Moving
Facing azimuth 229.67°
First azimuth 232.22°
First elevation 57°
Last azimuth 262.57°
Last elevation 68°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude -20
Color Orange, Yellow
Concurrent Sound
Observation No
Remarks -
Delayed Sound
Observation No
Remarks -
Persistent train
Observation No
Duration -
Length -
Remarks -
Terminal flash
Observation No
Remarks -
Fragmentation
Observation Yes
Remarks The tail looked similar to a firecracker spark trail. It fragmented slightly as it moved.