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Doorbell Camera Captures Rare Meteorite Crash in Charlottetown

1/18/2025

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In a stunning turn of events, a doorbell camera in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, recorded the moment a meteorite crashed onto a couple's walkway in July 2024. The homeowners found debris and promptly alerted the University of Alberta. Dubbed "Charlottetown," this ordinary chondrite represents a rare and exciting documented impact event.

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Story summary

In a stunning turn of events, a doorbell camera in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, recorded the moment a meteorite crashed onto a couple's walkway in July 2024. The homeowners found debris and promptly alerted the University of Alberta. Dubbed "Charlottetown," this ordinary chondrite represents a rare and exciting documented impact event.