UFO sighted in Michigan in 1958

Summary

A hydroelectric operator in Michigan spotted a round, bright object with a smoke trail in July 1958. The sighting described a luminous object traveling east, visible for just one second. Although initially considered a weather balloon or aircraft, later analysis pointed to a meteor. The observation was brief and no photos were taken, but the report details clear weather conditions and a possible astronomical explanation. The case was classified as a probable meteor.