An exceptional bright light phenomenon was observed in many parts of
Ostobothnia, western Finland, just after 5pm on Tuesday. According to
the Ursa astronomical association, this was a meteorite which had passed
through the Earth’s upper atmosphere before hitting the ground.
According to Esko Lyytinen of Ursa, the object definitely made it to the
ground. He speculated it could be as heavy as dozens of kilograms. The
object’s final explosion occurred probably between the towns of Kalajoki
and Ylivieska. Several observations of the object were made by Ursa at
locations across Ostrobothnia. The subsonic blast was heard over a wide
area. Amateur astronomers are now eager to find the heavenly body which
lies somewhere in the area of Ylivieska and Kalajoki. Meteorites are a
rare occurrence whereas meteors, objects that fail to reach the Earth’s
surface, are more common. For example, during the course of the year,
the Earth passes through dust clouds which give rise to a phenomenon
known as a “meteor shower.” During such an event, streaks of light
caused by small rocky particles are visible at regular intervals in the
night sky.
- RSOE Edis
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