‘Double boom’: New England residents terrified by massive explosion from outer space
A meteor exploded over New England, causing a significant daytime fireball and a loud 'double boom' that startled residents. The explosion occurred around 2:30 p.m. and was reported to have been unusually large, with experts estimating it to be about a yard wide. Although many felt the shaking, it was confirmed that no earthquake was recorded in the area.
- ▪The meteor exploded over New England, creating a massive fireball.
- ▪Residents reported hearing a loud 'double boom' that shook their homes.
- ▪Experts indicated the fireball was larger than normal, measuring about a yard wide.
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US News ‘Double boom’: New England residents terrified by massive explosion from outer space By Daniel Cody Published May 30, 2026, 7:48 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A meteor exploded over New England Saturday afternoon, creating a daytime fireball and a massive “double boom” that shook local homes. The American Meteor Society reported the space rock puncture the atmosphere around 2:30 p.m. before disintegrating over the ocean near eastern Massachusetts. “I have never heard an explosion that loud,” wrote a Boston resident. A home in Mass. where the explosion was heard.
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