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Don’t miss the Orionid meteor shower peak tonight (Oct. 21)

The Orionid meteor shower peaks overnight tonight (Oct. 21), making this an excellent time to get outside and see some fireballs streak through the atmosphere.

The viewing conditions for this year’s Orionid meteor shower are favorable, as the moon will be in a waning crescent phase and will be only 17% illuminated. The Orionids are considered to be one of the most reliable meteor showers after the Geminids and Perseids, and are known to produce dozens of meteors per hour, making this year’s shower an excellent opportunity for some late-night skywatching. 

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