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Meteor Rain

Most meteor showers are caused by debris from comets. When Earth moves through those debris trails, we see increased numbers of comets. Meteors fall to Earth during the day, although we can’t see them. It is very rare that a meteorite will strike a human being. It’s more likely that it will fall into the ocean. The best time to view a meteor shower is in the early morning hours, preferably on a dark, moonless night.