Reports Report 2268z (Event 2268-2023)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 2268-2023
Observer
NameDavid W
Experience Level3/5
RemarksThe trail appeared in 3 sections. There was a flash at the terminus of each section.
Location
AddressCanton, IL
Latitude40° 30' 34.07'' N (40.51°)
Longitude 89° 56' 51.7'' W (-89.95°)
Elevation182.07m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2023-04-21 20:15 CDT
UT Date & Time2023-04-22 01:15 UT
Duration≈3.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom down left to up right
Descent Angle22°
Moving
Facing azimuth89.31°
First azimuth90.69°
First elevation57°
Last azimuth84.77°
Last elevation19°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-15
ColorBlue, Light Blue
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationYes
Duration2s
Length20°
RemarksGlowing train 3 sections
Terminal flash
ObservationYes
RemarksThe bluish light blue increased in brightness and size
Fragmentation
ObservationYes
RemarksSmall flashes emerged from the leading edge as it fell