If you missed the lunar eclipse just a few days ago, don't fret just yet. The Aurigid Meteor Shower is expected to come pouring down at 4:30 a.m. Pacific daylight time on September 1. The shooting stars are likely to be a chance of a lifetime for many, since nothing similar is expected for 50 years.
But don't get your hopes up too high. Scientists aren't really sure what to expect. Some NASA dude is predicting the meteor rate to be 100 per hour, while over at National Geographic they have an optimistic prediction at 200 per hour. But they all agree on one thing. This is probably your best chance at witnessing a display of shooting stars and getting a few wishes in while you're at it.
[Source: NASA, National Geographic]
Saturday, September 01, 2007
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