Ester, United States - December 01, 2024 A dazzling fireball lit up the night sky early on December 1, stunning stargazers in Ester near Fairbanks. Captured on video and shared on the Facebook page of Aurora Moose Cottage, the meteor streaked across the horizon at 12:56 a.m., its brilliance enhanced by the backdrop of the aurora borealis. “Fireball! Well, that was cool,” exclaimed the video caption, celebrating the rare cosmic display. The westward view combined two natural wonders, leaving locals awestruck by the convergence of the northern lights and a fiery meteor’s dramatic descent. The celestial event was brief but unforgettable, adding to Alaska's legacy of skywatching magic.