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Could be an asteroid or comet - the spiral thing is pretty cool.
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In summary, The "Strange spiral over Norway" was a bright white light in the sky that formed a spiral shape with a blue tail on December 9, 2009. It was caused by a failed Russian missile test and was visible and long-lasting due to atmospheric conditions and the spinning motion of the missile. Similar spirals have been observed in the past, but they were also caused by failed missile tests. The event was not a sign of extraterrestrial activity and was a man-made phenomenon.
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baywax
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hamster143 said:
If it wasn't the Russian missile test it also appeared to be a projection from right to upper left-centre. Although, it was a fair size even for a projection.
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I think this is what you saw 
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8405481.stm"
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/8405481.stm"
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What is the "Strange spiral over Norway"?
The "Strange spiral over Norway" is a phenomenon that occurred on December 9, 2009, where a bright white light appeared in the sky and formed a spiral shape with a blue tail. It lasted for approximately 10-12 minutes before disappearing.
What caused the "Strange spiral over Norway"?
The "Strange spiral over Norway" was caused by a failed Russian missile test. The missile, known as Bulava, was launched from a submarine in the White Sea. However, it malfunctioned shortly after launch, resulting in the spiral shape and blue tail seen in the sky.
Why was the "Strange spiral over Norway" so visible and long-lasting?
The "Strange spiral over Norway" was so visible and long-lasting due to several factors. Firstly, the failed missile's exhaust plume was illuminated by the sun, making it more prominent in the sky. Secondly, the spiral shape was created by the spinning motion of the missile as it malfunctioned. Lastly, the atmospheric conditions at the time helped to amplify and prolong the spiral's appearance.
Has the "Strange spiral over Norway" occurred before?
Yes, similar spirals have been observed in the sky before, such as the "Norway Spiral" in 2006 and the "Spiral UFO" in Australia in 2010. However, these were later confirmed to be caused by failed missile tests as well.
Is the "Strange spiral over Norway" a sign of extraterrestrial activity?
No, the "Strange spiral over Norway" was not a sign of extraterrestrial activity. It was a rare and unusual occurrence caused by a failed missile test. There is no evidence to suggest that it was anything other than a man-made phenomenon.
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