Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks next week
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A dazzling meteor caught the attention of people across coastal British Columbia and the United States early Wednesday morning.
A bright fireball streaked across the Pacific Northwest sky on April 29, drawing more than 150 reports from observers.
Double the Dazzle: Look Up to See 2 Meteor Showers in the Night Sky
The Lyrid meteor shower will be visible from April 14-30, 2026, peaking on the night of April 21-22. Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through debris left by comets or asteroids, creating "shooting stars." The best viewing time is between midnight and ...