On the evening of January 31, 2014, as dusk settled over Moncton, New Brunswick, something extraordinary caught my eye. For a brief but unforgettable two seconds, a striking green fireball blazed across the sky, leaving a luminous trail behind it. Positioned near the Trans Canada Highway close to the Caledonia Industrial Park, I witnessed this greenish meteor shoot northeast with a trajectory nearly vertical to the ground.
The glow was mesmerizing—a vivid green reminiscent of a roman candle, but vastly larger and notable for its subtle brightness, not blinding yet undeniably commanding attention. This fiery streak of light, lasting just a couple of seconds, evoked a sense of wonder and mystery, prompting me to ponder about the origins and stories behind such celestial events.
Moments like these serve as powerful reminders of the profound and enigmatic beauty our skies hold, particularly for those of us who seek connection with the unknown. The green fireball’s brief flight was a fleeting glimpse into a cosmos that is far more alive and dynamic than our daily lives often reveal. Each sighting such as this fuels the imagination and ignites a desire to uncover more about the fantastic phenomena that dance above us.
For enthusiasts of the unexplained and lovers of the night sky, these encounters are not just sightings but calls to curiosity—inviting us to look up, wonder, and engage with a universe bursting with secrets waiting to be revealed.