Wednesday, 12 February 2025

Sixth meteor airburst this year and whale stranding in Nigeria

Sixth airburst this year. A 3:3 land/sea ratio and 6:1 compared to 2024.

2025, February 12. Greenland was 230km inland from Baffin Sea or in the SW quarter of the country. Airburst. Coordinates: (73.4N 49.3W). e = 4, -e = 0.13 or 130,000 kg/TNT. Altitude: 42km. Velocity: 21.0 km/sec.

2025, February 12. Nigeria, Riverine in Nigeria Delta. Dead humpback washed ashore. Locals used the meat regardless of health warnings not to do so. It is common in Nigeria for communities to eat whale meat which supports families for many months.

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