AnomalyOn January 18, 2012 at around 10:45 PM and January 19 at around 12:15 AM, a couple observed the silent passages at constant speed of two groups of orange fireballs. The description of orange balls flying silently at constant speed immediately suggests Thai lanterns. This type of observation happens more often on weekends, but it should be noted that the Chinese New Year on January 23 may have given rise to multiple celebrations during this period. The weather report for Bordeaux indicates a south wind, while the witnesses indicate movement toward Bordeaux, therefore rather a southwest wind. The lanterns could have been launched from one of the many villas or restaurants southwest of La Teste. GEIPAN classifies this case "B": probable observation of Thai lanterns.
Gironde, France · 2012-01-18 · from the GEIPAN archive
An account in Gironde, France
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