UFO sighted in Galveston Bay in 1966

Summary

In July 1966, a civilian from Houston observed an unusual aerial phenomenon in West Galveston Bay. The report details a 15-minute nighttime observation of a bright orange object fixed in the sky, with no apparent movement. The witness, along with his son, observed it from an isolated island surrounded by refineries and variable weather conditions. The object was described as resembling a comet, but without a visible body, with a shortened tail and fluctuating brightness.

The report, submitted to Project Blue Book, concluded there was insufficient data for a conclusive evaluation. Despite ruling out conventional explanations like balloons, aircraft, or reflections, the witness suggested it could have been a stellar collision that occurred millions of years ago. The detailed and thoughtful testimony highlights how even rational observers can be fascinated by phenomena that defy immediate understanding.