Russian SL-4 rocket upper stage used for the Progress MS-20 ISS resupply mission on June 3, 2022, re-entered Earth’s orbit over Johannesburg, South Africa around 20:55 UTC (22:55 LT) on June 5.
The object was seen burning up in the atmosphere and recorded by residents across the country.
Featured image credit: Darryn Govender
I'm a dedicated researcher, journalist, and editor at The Watchers. With over 20 years of experience in media industry, I specialize in hard science news, focusing on extreme weather, seismic and volcanic activity, space weather, and astronomy, including near-Earth objects and planetary defense strategies. You can reach me at teo /at/ watchers.news.
We value the thoughts and opinions of our readers and welcome healthy discussions on our website. In order to maintain a respectful and positive community, we ask that all commenters follow these rules.
GOOD OVER EVIL