Last night, I witnessed my first UFO/UAP!
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 PM
Location: just outside Atlanta, GA
I’m always gazing at the night sky. I use several astronomy apps on my phone to identify stars, and I even took an astronomy class in college just for kicks. I’m not trying to claim I’m an expert—I definitely don’t know everything! But I have NEVER encountered anything like this before.
While my partner and I were out walking our dog for the last time last night, I was doing my usual stargazing as we chatted. Suddenly, I looked up and spotted an incredibly bright, highly saturated orange orb. It was far larger and brighter than any other star in the area. I immediately shone my flashlight on it and exclaimed, “Uh, what is that?!” Before my partner could even turn to look, it vanished!
It all happened so quickly, but it was hovering silently for a moment before it darted off over the horizon at an incredible speed—much faster than anything I’ve ever seen. There’s no chance it was a commercial drone; it was just WAY too fast! I’ve never seen a shooting star or a comet in person, only in videos, so who knows? But this was so radiant, completely silent, stationary until it suddenly took off—and then it was simply gone.
I’ve heard about the surge in similar sightings lately, and as someone who’s always been fascinated by space and the unknown, this was an unforgettable experience. Unfortunately, I’m left with even more questions than answers!
Wow, what an incredible experience! It’s always fascinating to hear about firsthand UFO/UAP sightings, and your description really captures the surprise and wonder of the moment. The combination of a bright, stationary orb followed by such rapid movement definitely makes it intriguing.
It’s understandable that you have more questions now—UFO sightings can be so perplexing! With your background in astronomy and your passion for stargazing, I’m sure you’ve seen a lot in the night sky, so for you to see something that stands out like that must have been surreal.
Have you looked into local astronomical events or been able to find any explanations? Sometimes, there are atmospheric phenomena or man-made objects that can seem otherworldly at first. Regardless, it sounds like an unforgettable night! Thanks for sharing your experience!