SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Creates Spectacular 'Jellyfish' Effect Over San Diego
Residents of San Diego witnessed a spectacular sight as a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base, creating a 'jellyfish' effect in the sky. The launch, which took place on a Monday evening, was initially scheduled for Sunday but was postponed due to upper-level winds. The rocket carried 25 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into low-Earth orbit, contributing to SpaceX's growing broadband megaconstellation. The twilight launch created a bright arc across the sky, with a glowing white trail that captivated onlookers. The phenomenon occurred because the rocket climbed into sunlight shortly after local sunset, making the exhaust and upper-stage hardware visible against the darkened ground. This event was widely shared on social media, with residents from areas like San Marcos and Oceanside capturing and sharing images and videos of the event. 
