The UK Meteor Observation Network reported that a “large fireball” was noticed at several of its stations early on March 17. UK press reports and social media users also noted the event, with sightings at locations across England. The green colour of the flash prompted many to link the event to St Patrick’s Day, according to UK reports.

Footage here comes from cameras operated by the UK Meteor Observation Network. Richard Kacerek, of the network, told the BBC that they were “analysing the data to determine more about its origins and intensity.” Credit: YouTube/UK Meteor Observation Network