Levelland vehicle-stopping reports

Over roughly three hours, motorists on several highways around Levelland independently reported a glowing, egg-shaped object on or over the road; each said their engine and headlights died until it left. Sheriff Weir Clem and Fire Chief Ray Jones saw lights as well.

Explanation

Project Blue Book attributed the reports to ball lightning / an electrical storm; weather records showed drizzle but little lightning.

What was seen

Shape: Glowing egg-shaped object, 100–200 ft
Witnesses: 15+ motorists, sheriff, fire chief
Duration: About 3 hours

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• United States
• 1950s
• Disputed
• Close encounters
• Official government documents
• Many independent witnesses
• Police witnesses
• Reported electromagnetic effects
• Lights and fireballs
• Spheres and orbs

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