Rocket Launch Creates Mysterious Lights Over California
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying Iridium-4 after its launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara County, Calif., on Dec. 22, 2017. Chris Chappell
People in South California had a surprising sight on Friday evening, Dec. 22. A slim, brightly lit cloud formed in the evening sky behind what looked like a comet.
Local media was barraged with calls and social media posts reported the strange phenomenon, considered a UFO by many.
Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
