Paragould meteorite, Stone meteorite in Greene County, Arkansas, US
The Paragould meteorite consists of a main fragment weighing 370 kilograms and measuring 41 inches by 24 inches by 16 inches.
On February 17, 1930, at 4:08 AM, this meteorite entered Earth's atmosphere, creating a bright fireball visible across multiple states before landing in Arkansas.
Scientists classify the Paragould meteorite as an LL5 chondrite, providing essential data about the formation of our solar system and early planetary development.
The primary fragment of the meteorite is currently displayed at the Greene County Museum, allowing visitors to examine this astronomical specimen.
W.H. Hodges discovered the largest piece in an 8-foot-deep impact crater on Joe Fletcher's farm, requiring horses to extract it from the ground.
Location: Arkansas
GPS coordinates: 35.99684,-90.52257
Latest update: March 9, 2025 16:43
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