Meteor Lights Up Ohio Skies, Sparking Meteorite Hunt
Thousands witness a meteor explode over Ohio, leading to an intense search for fallen meteorite fragments by amateur and professional collectors.
The skies over Ohio lit up on a recent Thursday night as a bright meteor streaked through the atmosphere, eventually exploding in a dazzling display. This celestial event quickly captured the attention of thousands of Ohioans, who marveled at the sight and began the search for any fallen meteorite fragments.
Among those eager to find a piece of the extraterrestrial rock was Mark Dayton, an experienced meteorite hunter who has been scouring the Buckeye State for decades. Dayton, who owns a collection of over 10,000 meteorites, was out in the field late on Thursday night, scouring the ground for any telltale signs of the meteor's fiery descent.
Source: The New York Times
