Reports Report 4274x (Event 4274-2021)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 4274-2021
Observer
NameMary N
Experience Level2/5
RemarksRounded ball with attached tail. Travelled in an arch. Very bright. Seemed to be a ball of fire with the flames following perfectly behind it. Amazing sight with the naked eye!
Location
AddressScranton, PA
Latitude41° 36' 57.76'' N (41.62°)
Longitude 75° 38' 39.78'' W (-75.64°)
Elevation396.88m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2021-08-03 20:15 EDT
UT Date & Time2021-08-04 00:15 UT
Duration≈1.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom down left to up right
Descent Angle75°
Moving
Facing azimuth284.36°
First azimuth282.83°
First elevation45°
Last azimuth318.57°
Last elevation44°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-13
ColorOrange, Yellow, White
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationYes
Duration2s
Length15°
RemarksPointed edge of a teardrop. Very formed and full.
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationNo
Remarks-