Natural Disasters

Meteor Explosion Injures 1,500 in Russia

A meteor exploded over the Chelyabinsk region of Russia, injuring approximately 1,500 people as its shock wave shattered windows and damaged buildings. The event occurred unexpectedly, just hours before the close approach of the unrelated asteroid 2012 DA14. The explosion created a bright flash in the sky, causing panic among residents and leading to widespread confusion about its cause. Many people reported physical injuries, primarily from broken glass, as they rushed outside to witness the phenomenon.

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