Fireball Explosion Seen at Sea

Summary

In July 1961, a ship in the Atlantic reported a fireball-like explosion that left a white cloud. The account mentions particles falling into the sea and other ships in the area also witnessing the event. Details such as the object's direction and brightness suggest a detailed observation. Although several explanations were considered, including balloons or astronomical events, no definitive conclusion was reached. The report is part of a series of military records attempting to understand unidentified aerial phenomena.