Country | United States |
State or Province | Texas |
City | Houston near Astrodome |
Date | 9/10/01 |
Time | PM, probably around 9 |
Weather | Partial clouds, mostly clear |
Duration | 5 or 10 minutes |
Witnesses (Number) | 1 |
Distance | Unknown |
Solid Object | Yes |
Size | Very large portion |
Shape | Triangular |
Shape Details | None provided |
Metallic/Shiny | No |
Color | Unknown, dark |
Glow/Halo | No |
Lights | No |
How Many Lights | Not specified |
How Bright | Not specified |
Light Coloration | Not specified |
Sound | No |
Motion/Speed | Very slow |
Number of Objects | 1 |
Coordination/Communication | Not Specified |
Windows | No |
Occupants | No |
Description | A triangular black mass blocked out stars in the sky while moving slowly from east to west. The witness noticed the stars disappearing and reappearing as it passed. No lights or sounds were observed, and the sighting lasted around 5 to 10 minutes. The witness could not determine how close it was to the ground but described the shape as somewhat rigid. |
Nearby Landmarks | Astrodome/Reliant stadium, Buffalo Speedway |
Latitude | 29.6847 |
Longitude | -95.4109 |
Altitude | Not specified |
Propulsion | No |
Advanced Capabilities | No |
Visible Payload | No |
Radar | N/A |
Signatures | N/A |
Awareness | No |
Aggression | No |
Health Effects | No |
Physical/Environmental Effects | None |
Animal Disturbance | None |
Witness Feelings | Excited and confused |
Witness Assessment | Weird |
Additional Info | Reported to MUFON |
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