Meteor Causes Sonic Boom Across Massachusetts, Sparking Public Concern
On May 30, 2026, residents across eastern Massachusetts experienced a loud boom, initially causing confusion and concern. Many believed it to be an earthquake or explosion. However, meteorologists, including Pamela Gardner from NBC10 Boston, confirmed that the noise was likely caused by a meteorite entering and exploding in the atmosphere. The American Meteor Society reported that the meteor, approximately three feet wide, entered the atmosphere near the New Hampshire border with Massachusetts. NASA confirmed the event, noting the meteor's speed at roughly 75,000 mph and its fragmentation at an altitude of 40 miles. The energy released was equivalent to about 300 tons of TNT, accounting for the loud booms heard across the region. 
