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Sensing the Sky: Bolide Infrasound Analysis and Interpretation

Sensing the Sky: Bolide Infrasound Analysis and Interpretation

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On Saturday, May 30, 2026, at approximately 2:06 p.m., a large meteor entered the atmosphere over New England. The object, identified as a bolide or fireball, was estimated to be approximately three feet wide. It traveled at a speed of nearly 75,000 miles per hour before fragmenting in the sky. This breakup occurred at an altitude of approximately 40 miles above the border between northeastern Massachusetts and southeastern New Hampshire.The fragmentation of the meteor released a significant amount of energy, estimated to be equivalent to 300 tons of TNT. This release generated a powerful sonic boom, often described by witnesses as a "double boom," which was heard throughout a massive geographic area. Reports of the sound and accompanying vibrations came from as far north as Montreal and as far south as Delaware.Across the region, residents reported that the intensity of the boom shook buildings and rattled windows, leading many to believe they were experiencing an earthquake, a gas explosion, or a structural collapse. In some communities, the sound was reported as a massive pressure wave that caused noticeable ground tremors. Despite the widespread alarm and a high volume of emergency calls, officials found no evidence of property damage, injuries, or public safety threats.Scientific analysis confirmed that the event was caused by a natural object rather than man-made space debris or a satellite. Atmospheric monitoring satellites detected a bright, distinctive flash at the exact time of the event, which was distinguishable from lightning activity. While geological monitoring agencies received numerous "Did you feel it?" reports from citizens who experienced shaking, seismic instruments recorded no earthquake activity, confirming the tremors were air-coupled vibrations resulting from the meteor’s sonic boom. Experts concluded that the meteor likely burned up entirely in the atmosphere or that any unconsumed fragments would have likely landed in the ocean.

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