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Perseids in pictures: Meteor shower dazzles around the world
The Weather Channel • • science
Key Points:
- The Perseid meteor shower peaked overnight, delivering a spectacular display captured by photographers worldwide.
- Known as one of the best annual meteor showers, the Perseids can produce up to 100 meteors per hour.
- This year’s viewing was enhanced by a new moon, providing darker skies for better visibility.
- The meteors originate from debris left by Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle and enter Earth’s atmosphere at speeds of 133,000 mph.
- The meteor shower will continue until August 24, offering additional opportunities for skywatchers.
