Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Showers Forecast

At the Astronomy Picture of the Day site, today's photo is a series of images that shows a meteor exploding as it enters the atmosphere, with the Milky Way galaxy as the background.

It's a good image to accompany a reminder to hang out tonight under the stars in a low-light area to watch the Perseid meteor shower, which will have best viewing between midnight and dawn. Unlike an eclipse, it is safe to look directly at the meteors as they burn up in our atmosphere.

On the other hand, if it seems a particular meteor is not leaving a streak as it crosses the sky but is only getting somewhat larger and brighter, it is a good idea to begin invocation of such deity as seems good to you. And to make ready for one helluva insurance claim.

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