Explosion Seen On Jupiter

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Earlier this week, two amateur astronomers witnessed and captured video of what appeared to be a 100-mile-wide fireball in the atmosphere of Jupiter, a phenomenon they believe was likely the result of a major meteor or comet impact. What do you think?


“This just goes to show: If you stare at Jupiter long enough, something might happen.”

Phil Horvath • Hay Sorter

“Aw, other people saw that too? There goes my wish.”

Lynn Dacascos • Nuclear Engineer

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“I’m sorry. I’m way too stressed to think about Jupiter today. That planet is huge.”

Stan Rhodes • Mayonnaise Mixer