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Just hours after a perplexing explosion reverberated through the Houston area, a woman reported that a suspected meteorite had plummeted through her roof, resulting in a massive breach and leaving behind a rock the size of a football.
Residents flocked to social media on Saturday afternoon, alarmed by what they described as the sound of a significant explosion echoing across the Houston region.
The Brenham Fire Department verified that they were called to investigate reports of a potential explosion near Highway 50. However, upon arrival, the responding units were unable to locate any evidence of such an incident.
Witnesses recounted seeing a “green flash descending from the sky, accompanied by black smoke, and then hearing a loud ‘boom.’”
A significant breach was apparent in Sherrie James’ ceiling, providing tangible evidence of the unusual event.
Fire officials noted other sources claimed the noise could have been caused by a “possible meteor.”
Sherrie James, who contacted affiliate FOX 26 and the Ponderosa Fire Department after the blast, said an “unusual rock” crashed through her roof, leaving a large hole in the ceiling and in her flooring.
Photos provided by James showed a football-sized black rock that appeared to be broken off a larger chunk of material.
A photo showed what appeared to be a large rock with a black exterior. (Sherrie James)
Since there was no construction or trees nearby, the fire department told FOX 26 the rock was likely a part of the alleged meteor that was heard around Houston.
The American Meteor Society documented what it is calling a “fireball event” over Texas on Saturday, after receiving more than 100 reports.
Observers reported the event lasted anywhere between 1.5 seconds and 7.5 seconds, though it has not yet been validated by experts.
Debris was seen near the area where the large rock landed. (Sherrie James)
No other reports of damages were confirmed.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.