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Kentuckians spot 'space jellyfish' from SpaceX launch
Original: Kentuckians spot ‘space jellyfish’ from SpaceX launch
Kentucky residents reported seeing a glowing, jellyfish-like shape in the sky, caused by a SpaceX rocket launch. The phenomenon occurs when rocket exhaust expands in the upper atmosphere and reflects sunlight, creating a bright, expanding cloud visible from far away. Sightings like this typically draw wide attention and social media posts from stunned onlookers.
Why now: SpaceX rocket launches regularly produce striking visual effects that catch the public's attention when visible over populated areas.
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- Kentuckians spot ‘space jellyfish’ from SpaceX launch · WKYT
- Kentuckians spot ‘space jellyfish’ from SpaceX launch · WKYT
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