NewsSNN NewsAugust 25, 2026Manatee
Why the sky looked unusual this morning
Residents in the Tampa Bay area may have noticed a glowing cloud in the sky early Tuesday morning. This phenomenon was caused by exhaust from a SpaceX rocket launch that occurred just before sunrise.
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Understanding these visual events helps residents distinguish between natural weather patterns and man-made atmospheric effects.
Key Facts
- A SpaceX Starlink mission launched at approximately 5:20 a.m. on Tuesday.
- The glowing cloud was created by rocket exhaust plumes illuminated by the sun while still high in the atmosphere.
- The event occurred shortly before sunrise.