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Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
Updated on: March 21, 2026 / 11:29 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- A possible meteorite crashed into a house in the Houston area, damaging the roof and interior.
- The object, described as slightly larger than a hand, landed in the home's kitchen.
- NASA reported the meteor became visible 49 miles above Stagecoach and broke apart 29 miles above Bammel.
- The meteor weighed approximately one ton and had a 3-foot diameter, creating a pressure wave heard by some residents.
- Residents described hearing a low, rumbling sound similar to thunder, despite clear skies.
- This incident follows other recent meteor events observed in the U.S.