Multicolored light in the sky of Ariège

Summary

On April 12, 2008, two witnesses in Montegut-en-Couserans observed a bright, multicolored light in the southwest sky. The round-shaped light was so intense and colorful—dominated by blue tones—that it caught their attention enough to fetch binoculars for a closer look. The observation lasted about ten minutes. The GEIPAN classified the case as "B," suggesting it was likely the star Sirius. However, the lack of precise directional details left a slight doubt about this hypothesis. Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, is known to surprise observers when it appears low on the horizon, especially on clear nights. The witnesses noted the light disappeared behind a hill, which could be explained by the position of Sirius at that time.