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Posted: August 14, 2016

The Perseids didn’t disappoint

A bright Perseid meteor appears to fall out of the constellation Perseus towards mountain fireweed. Photo by Bob Ede, August 12, 2016.
A bright Perseid meteor appears to fall out of the constellation Perseus towards mountain fireweed. Photo by Bob Ede, August 12, 2016.

By Bob Ede

If you could find a patch of clear sky, the Perseids Meteor Shower didn’t disappoint. Two and three meteors could be seen at the same time during the peak in the early morning hours of August 12.

Even if you missed the peak, Perseid Meteors can still be seen in the next few nights. Viewing them is easy. Find a dark place away from artificial light and look up. Knowledge of the constellations is not required.

Be sure to make a wish for each one you see.

– Bob Ede can be reached at [email protected]


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