On Saturday, May 31, 2026, at approximately 2:06 PM ET, a meteor entered the atmosphere over northeastern United States and exploded north of Cape Cod Bay. The event was captured on camera by several witnesses and was visible in satellite imagery. Residents initially suspected an earthquake due to the shaking and loud noise; however, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed that it was a sonic boom from a suspected bolide. NASA characterized the incident as a 'bright fireball... accompanied by a loud noise.'
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NASA confirms meteor explosion caused sonic boom over Boston
A meteor exploded over northeastern United States on May 31, 2026, causing a sonic boom that was felt by residents. The USGS confirmed it was not an earthquake, and NASA described the event as a bright fireball accompanied by a loud noise.
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