Chelyabinsk meteor fragment ice hole C015 / 1323
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Chelyabinsk meteor fragment ice hole C015 / 1323
Chelyabinsk meteor fragment ice hole. Police officers, environmental officials and experts from EMERCOM (Ministry of Emergency Situations) at the site of a meteorite impact in the Chelyabinsk region of Russia. This event occurred at around 09:20 local time (03:20 UTC). A meteoroid weighing several thousand tons impacted the atmosphere, reaching an altitude of around 20 kilometres as a meteor before exploding in an air blast. Meteorite fragments reached the ground. Smaller 0.5 to 1 centimetre fragments (C015/1324) were found around the ice hole. Photograph from the Interior Ministrys regional directorate, 15 February 2013
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the aftermath of a remarkable event that unfolded in the Chelyabinsk region of Russia on February 15,2013. In the early morning hours, at approximately 09:20 local time, an extraordinary spectacle took place in the sky above. A meteoroid weighing several thousand tons hurtled through Earth's atmosphere, reaching an altitude of about 20 kilometers before detonating in a powerful air blast. The photograph showcases police officers, environmental officials, and experts from EMERCOM (Ministry of Emergency Situations) gathered at the site where fragments of this celestial visitor made impact. The focus is drawn to a mesmerizing ice hole labeled as C015/1323 - evidence of nature's force colliding with our planet. Intriguingly, smaller fragments measuring between 0.5 to 1 centimeter were discovered scattered around this icy crater (C015/1324), adding to the scientific significance and intrigue surrounding this rare occurrence. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into both the scale and aftermath of such an astronomical phenomenon. The image portrays a wintry landscape against which these dedicated individuals work diligently to investigate and understand what transpired during this momentous event. It serves as a reminder that even in remote rural areas like Chelyabinsk, humanity remains connected to cosmic forces beyond our control or comprehension. Photographed by RIA NOVOSTI/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY for historical documentation purposes, it encapsulates not only scientific curiosity but also highlights how events like these can unite people across different backgrounds and professions in their quest for knowledge about our universe.
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