On the evening of October 21, 2024, a mysterious and exceptionally bright fireball streaked across the night sky above Lake Erie, sparking awe and excitement among stargazers across parts of the United States and Canada. The event, which took place around 7 p.m. EDT, was widely observed, with the American Meteor Society (AMS) receiving over 430 reports of sightings from various states, including Michigan, Ohio, New York, and North Carolina. The fireball’s spectacular trajectory took it from west to east over Lake Erie, providing a dazzling display for those lucky enough to witness it. A Specta…