Rive-de-Gier 2013, luminous objects identified as lanterns

Summary

On May 11, 2013, at around 10:30 PM, a witness in Rive-de-Gier observed five yellow and orange luminous points slowly moving northeast. The intensity of these points gradually decreased and they disappeared. The GEIPAN report, which classifies this case as "B," suggests that these were Thai lanterns released during a celebration. The movement of the lanterns, carried by the light and variable wind recorded that day, fully explains the observation. The phenomenon, seen on a Saturday night, fits the description of a traditional lantern release in the air.