Viewers reports seeing flash of light and loud boom across Southeast Texas
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Key Points:
- A loud boom accompanied by a bright streak or fireball was reported across a wide area in Texas, including cities such as Katy, Cypress, Pearland, and as far as Port Aransas and Jasper.
- Witnesses described the sound as a long, low rumble similar to thunder, even though the skies were clear, and some reported their homes shaking or vibrating.
- The National Weather Service indicated that satellite data detected a possible meteor or meteorite corresponding to the event.
- Multiple eyewitnesses captured video and described seeing a fiery object streaking across the sky, with the boom occurring shortly after the visual sighting.
- The news outlet is collecting further information and encourages the public to submit tips or additional observations.
