US EditionWhat on Earth caused the mysterious blue spiral over Europe?
- A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched a classified satellite for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
- A swirling blue cloud appeared in the sky across Europe, caused by either an exhaust plume or vented fuel from the rocket.
- The UK's Met Office reported many sightings of an 'illuminated swirl' likely due to the SpaceX launch.
- NASA derived the spiral effect from the frozen fuel tumbling from the rocket as it separated, creating a shimmering cloud visible from the ground due to sunlight reflection.
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Yesterday, a mysterious spiral appeared in the night sky over multiple Parts of Europe, causing many to look up with a mix of awe and fear. Sputnik reported: “Residents across multiple countries, including France, Germany, Poland, Russia, and Ukraine, were left stunned by a glowing spiral formation in the night sky. The unusual phenomenon sparked widespread speculation, with many turning to social media to share photos and theories.” Today, afte…
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