Bright streaks of light illuminated the skies of Northern California as space debris re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere.
The spectacular sight was reported by people as far north as Sacramento and as far south as Fresno.
According to astronomer Jonathan McDowell, the space junk had orbited the Earth for three years before burning up as it entered the atmosphere.
Though there were no reports of injuries, any debris that may have fallen would likely have landed in the Yosemite area.
The incident was captured on video by several people, showcasing the stunning display.
