Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Latest local news, weather and high school sports from Amarillo

What was that strange noise?
Posted: 02.02.2012 at 9:46 AM
0
Photo

AMARILLO, TEXAS -- Did you hear it? Many Panhandle residents are reporting that they heard a loud "bang" followed by a "roaring noise" last night around 10.

What may have sounded like something extremely strange was likely a meteor. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, a meteor may have been seen throughout parts of Oklahoma and Texas. The FAA received several reports from people who said they saw the bright, streaking light.

Storm Search 7 Chief Meteorologist Steve Kersh said the noise was caused by the meteorite burning up while entering the Earth's atmosphere over Central Texas and into Central Oklahoma.

Popular Stories
Thumbnail
Body found in Dalhart
Larry Lemmons  |  Yesterday at 10:04 AM  |  1 comment
Thumbnail
Area organizations accept donations for Moore Okla.
Yesterday at 4:55 PM  |  4 comments
Thumbnail
Panhandle prepares for tornado evacuations
Andrea Flores  |  Yesterday at 6:45 PM
Follow Connect Amarillo
Get news and weather notifications on your phone by downloading the iPhone or Android app below
Sign up to get alerts and updates for breaking news, severe weather, and deals:
submit
ADVERTISEMENT
Special Features
Featured Sponsors
Valuable information from our experts
Medical Breakthroughs
Medical daily news
Money Talks
Get money tips from expert Stacy Johnson
ADVERTISEMENT