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First-Ever Meteorite Footage Captured in Prince Edward Island

1/16/2025

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A remarkable moment unfolded in Prince Edward Island when a home security camera recorded the first-ever footage and sound of a meteorite crashing to Earth. Just moments before the impact in July 2024, Joe Velaidum narrowly escaped danger. This extraordinary meteorite, confirmed by Chris Herd from the University of Alberta, marks a historic first for the Maritimes, classified as an ordinary chondrite.

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A remarkable moment unfolded in Prince Edward Island when a home security camera recorded the first-ever footage and sound of a meteorite crashing to Earth. Just moments before the impact in July 2024, Joe Velaidum narrowly escaped danger. This extraordinary meteorite, confirmed by Chris Herd from the University of Alberta, marks a historic first for the Maritimes, classified as an ordinary chondrite.