Reports Report 2361y (Event 2361-2023)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 2361-2023
Observer
NameDeborah K
Experience Level3/5
RemarksI observed a fan-like trail behind the meteorite while fireball was still bright and visible. Smaller fragments were observed in the trail. Trail was at least double the width of the fireball and at least 3-4 times in length. However, trail disappeared after fire ball disintegrated into smaller fragments.
Location
AddressArboles, CO
Latitude37° 1' 35.71'' N (37.03°)
Longitude 107° 24' 58.74'' W (-107.42°)
Elevation1900.73m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2023-04-27 02:52 MDT
UT Date & Time2023-04-27 08:52 UT
Duration≈20s
Direction
Moving directionFrom down right to up left
Descent Angle273°
Moving
Facing azimuth84.98°
First azimuth191.78°
First elevation45°
Last azimuth15.78°
Last elevation23°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-20
ColorWhite
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationNo
Duration-
Length-
Remarks-
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationYes
RemarksBroke into 8 reddish pieces