Meteor Confirmed as Bright Light Over Mayon Volcano
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) confirmed that a bright streak of light seen over Mayon Volcano was caused by a meteor. This celestial event briefly outshone the molten lava from the active volcano, creating a rare display.
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MANILA, Philippines — The bright streak of light seen over Mayon Volcano on the evening of Sunday, May 25, was caused by a meteor, the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) said. In a statement released Tuesday, May 26, PhilSA explained that when a meteor enters the atmosphere, “a brilliant flash of light” is often produced. The
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