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Jellyfish Cloud Lights Up Florida Sky
14 Oct
Summary
- A SpaceX rocket launch created a stunning crystallized fuel exhaust cloud.
- The phenomenon was visible across eastern states before sunrise.
- Another similar launch is scheduled for October 19.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida, generated a spectacular "jellyfish cloud" in the pre-dawn sky. The expansive plume of fuel exhaust crystalized in the atmosphere, creating a luminescent display as it reflected sunlight off frozen particles.
This captivating phenomenon occurred shortly after the 6:33 a.m. ET launch on Tuesday, carrying cargo to the International Space Station. The timing, just before sunrise, maximized the visual effect, which was visible from eastern states, including Georgia and New York.
Nasa shared images of the cloud on social media, prompting sky watchers to share their own photographs. Those who missed this display can look forward to another SpaceX Falcon 9 launch scheduled for Monday, October 19. The launch window opens at 6:30 a.m. ET.
