Islamabad, Mar 17, 2025: A stunning celestial event dazzled Karachi’s residents early in the morning when a blazing meteor streaked across the sky, leaving spectators in awe.
The breathtaking sight quickly gained traction on social media, with users sharing mesmerizing visuals of the rare occurrence.
The meteor appeared shortly after Fajr prayers, as many people outdoors witnessed the luminous object cutting through the dark sky before fading into the horizon.
The spectacular phenomenon was visible in multiple areas of the city, drawing widespread attention from locals.
Numerous social media users captured and posted footage of the fast-moving meteor, which displayed vibrant colors before vanishing within seconds
. The sighting, occurring around 6 AM, lasted only a brief moment but left a lasting impression on those who witnessed it.
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Astronomy experts clarified that such meteors typically disintegrate upon entering Earth’s atmosphere due to intense heat and friction.
Commonly referred to as “shooting stars,” these space fragments ignite when colliding with atmospheric particles, producing a radiant streak.
According to NASA, the brilliant glow observed is not from the meteor itself but from the surrounding superheated air.
When multiple meteors appear in succession, the event is classified as a “meteor shower.”
This rare celestial display left Karachi’s sky-watchers mesmerized, serving as a reminder of the vast and dynamic universe beyond our planet.
