In brief
On January 30, a spectacular light streak lit up the sky over Wellington, New Zealand, leading to widespread intrigue. Recorded by a webcam at the Heretaunga Boating Club, the footage showcases the bright streak reflected on the water. Observers speculate it could be a meteor or space debris re-entering the atmosphere.
A bright streak of light was captured over New Zealand's capital city Wellington on 30 January. The footage shows the streak reflected in the water below, filmed by a webcam at the Heretaunga Boating Club. Reports suggest the event could be a meteor or space debris re-entering the atmosphere.


