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Have you been hoping the International Meteor Organization (IMO) would share meteor information on platforms beyond Facebook and X? Your wish has come true!
For the past few weeks, the IMO has been active on both Mastodon and Bluesky.
Interested? Visit our pages on Mastodon or Bluesky and follow us there!
The Perseids are the most popular meteor shower as they peak on warm August nights as seen from the northern hemisphere. The Perseids are active from July 17 to August 24. They reach a strong maximum on August 12 or 13, depending on the year. Normal rates seen from rural locations range from 50-75 shower…
You saw something bright and fast? Like a huge shooting star? Report it: it may be a fireball.
You counted meteors last night? Share your results with us!
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You caught a meteor or fireball on video? Share your video with us!