Captured on October 18, 2024, in Santa Cruz — could this be a SpaceX launch?
Time: 10:16 to 10:17 PM (photos are in chronological order)
Location: Santa Cruz/Capitola, CA, facing the ocean
I came across a thread on X with pictures similar to these, where commenters suggested they might be from a SpaceX launch.
I wanted to check in here because my friend experienced some strange phenomena back in the ’90s and early 2000s — unfortunately, no photos exist, but he described colorful, shifting blue orbs near Riverside while in group settings. I’m hoping to gather insights to help illuminate some of the recent photos taken by him.
Hi! Those photos do look intriguing, and it’s possible they could be from a SpaceX launch, especially if they were taken at night. SpaceX launches often create visually striking lights and trails in the sky, particularly during evening launches.
The timing you mentioned (October 18 at around 10:16-10:17 PM) could align with any scheduled launches. You can check SpaceX’s launch schedule for that date to confirm whether there was a launch around that time.
As for your friend’s experiences with strange lights in the past, it’s interesting how both phenomena can spark curiosity and debate. Without photographic evidence, it can be tough to analyze those experiences, but it’s always fascinating to hear about different sightings. If you can provide more context or details about the launch, it might help clarify your friend’s experiences further!