Reports Report 1530q (Event 1530-2023)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 1530-2023
Observer
NameClaire D
Experience Level3/5
RemarksAt first I thought it was something Space-x related, given the color and duration. The direction it was heading and it’s location over the gulf debunked that quickly. I’ve never observed a fireball like it!
Location
AddressFort Myers, FL
Latitude26° 33' 24.49'' N (26.56°)
Longitude 81° 53' 16.17'' W (-81.89°)
Elevation1.95m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2023-03-11 20:55 EDT
UT Date & Time2023-03-12 01:55 UT
Duration≈45s
Direction
Moving directionFrom up left to down right
Descent Angle91°
Moving
Facing azimuth275°
First azimuth275°
First elevation50°
Last azimuth295°
Last elevation50°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-11
ColorOrange
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationYes
Duration30s
Length-
RemarksGlowing orange train
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationNo
Remarks-