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Fireball Strikes Germany: Meteorite Fragments Found in Koblenz

3/9/2026

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On March 8, 2026, a bright fireball was observed across western Europe, with meteorite fragments striking Koblenz, Germany.
Witnesses reported the object appeared around 7 p.m. local time, followed by loud bangs.
The impact created a football-sized hole in a Güls district home and caused no injuries.
German authorities confirmed the recovery of meteorite fragments and that emergency services inspected the affected buildings.

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Story summary

On March 8, 2026, a bright fireball was observed across western Europe, with meteorite fragments striking Koblenz, Germany.
Witnesses reported the object appeared around 7 p.m. local time, followed by loud bangs.
The impact created a football-sized hole in a Güls district home and caused no injuries.
German authorities confirmed the recovery of meteorite fragments and that emergency services inspected the affected buildings.