Meteor fall: two fireballs over Lithuania

According to the Lithuanian Meteor Observatory, two large meteors flew over Lithuania and were included in the 'bolide' observation program. Both objects disintegrated at altitudes of 60–80 km, likely never reaching the Earth's surface and instead burning up in the atmosphere. Scientists note that such events are rare but do not pose a threat to the population.

The event occurred during the peak of the summer observation season, when meteor activity significantly increases. At the time, the low probability of a meteor hitting specific populated areas was confirmed using a combination of radar and satellite data.

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The event occurred during the summer season, when meteor activity is notably higher, and attracted researchers' attention to atmospheric density in the region of Lithuania