Watch: Comet Flies Over Spain and Portugal, Lights Up Skies

On May 18, a spectacular celestial event unfolded over Spain and Portugal as a bright comet fragment streaked across the night sky, captivating observers with its dazzling display. Initially mistaken for a meteor, the European Space Agency later clarified that it was indeed a small piece of a comet, blazing through the atmosphere at an astonishing speed of 45 km (28 miles) per second before disintegrating over the Atlantic Ocean. Videos shared on social media captured the breathtaking sight, depicting the object's swift passage and vibrant hues of blue and green as it illuminated the darkness. Astronomical experts confirmed its cometary origin, adding to the awe and intrigue surrounding the event. Amidst the excitement, emergency services received numerous reports from eyewitnesses, further attesting to the widespread impact of this extraordinary celestial phenomenon.

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