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Meteor Explosion Over Ohio: Fragments Found, Experts Warn

3/22/2026

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Meteor Explodes Over Ohio

A meteor exploded over northern Ohio on March 17, producing a loud sonic boom.
The six-foot, seven-ton meteoroid entered at 50 times the speed of sound and released 250 tons of TNT.
Medina County may host fragment landings, with pieces likely 1–2 inches, and locals report finding a walnut-sized rock.
Experts urge careful handling of meteorites to preserve scientific value and advise contacting universities for verification.

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Meteorite Hunters Assemble

A meteor disintegrated over northeast Ohio last week, drawing about two dozen meteorite hunters from across North America to search fragments of the six-foot-wide, seven-ton meteor reported by NASA.
Motivations for the hunt include scientific contributions and financial gain.
Mark Dayton, a retired firefighter and treasure hunter, admitted his primary motivation is financial.
Smaller fragments could still be worth significant amounts.

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Meteor Explodes Over Ohio

A meteor exploded over northern Ohio on March 17, producing a loud sonic boom.
The six-foot, seven-ton meteoroid entered at 50 times the speed of sound and released 250 tons of TNT.
Medina County may host fragment landings, with pieces likely 1–2 inches, and locals report finding a walnut-sized rock.
Experts urge careful handling of meteorites to preserve scientific value and advise contacting universities for verification.

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