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A bright daytime fireball was observed over Israel on April 15, 2023, prompting reports of a sonic boom. Meteorite hunters are showing interest in the event, with some planning to travel to the region. Participants in the discussion inquired about databases tracking such fireballs, including details like time, direction, and height. The American Meteor Society is noted as a key resource for collecting and providing data on meteoric events globally. The conversation highlights the excitement and scientific interest surrounding meteor sightings.
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Huge daytime fireball over Israel earlier today. (15 Apr 2023)

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https://www.timesofisrael.com/unusu...1IB2syvsdEFt-mTwjUaJri4rDyVJWE3erCPYNK6B_1jW0I have at least one meteorite hunter/collector packing his bags to travel from USA to Israel region
 
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Is there some sort of database of these fireballs? i..e time , direction, location, height, sonic boom, etc.?
 
Vanadium 50 said:
Is there some sort of database of these fireballs? i..e time , direction, location, height, sonic boom, etc.?
Hi V50

the American Meteor Soc. does lots of data collecting from around the world
most probable that there are lists on their site

https://www.amsmeteors.org/

cheers
Dave
 
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davenn said:
Hi V50

the American Meteor Soc. does lots of data collecting from around the world
most probable that there are lists on their site

https://www.amsmeteors.org/

cheers
Dave
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