Exploding Meteor Likely Caused Boom Heard Across Boston

A loud boom that resonated across Greater Boston on Saturday afternoon is suspected to have originated from a meteor explosion. Initial reports of the sound were recorded at 2:11 p.m., as noted by meteorologist Danielle Noyes. The U.S. Geological Survey did not register any seismic activity in the region at that time.

Noyes indicated that weather radar detected a flash in an area without any thunder, which aligns with characteristics of a bolide, a type of meteor that explodes in the Earth’s atmosphere. However, confirming the event remains complex; an official from the National Weather Service stated that NASA would need to verify whether the noise was indeed caused by a meteor. While the radar data provides a strong indication, tangible verification may rely on the recovery of meteor fragments. Reports of the incident extended from northern New England to southern Rhode Island, with residents across these areas noting the unusual disturbance.