Fireball seen over Rio de La Plata, Argentina and Uruguay on February 2, 2025. I
© Diario HoyFireball seen over Rio de La Plata, Argentina and Uruguay on February 2, 2025. I
A very bright fireball exploded over the skies of the Río de la Plata area at around 01:15 UTC on February 2, 2025, creating a spectacular display for people of both Uruguay and Argentina.

A very bright fireball exploded over the Rio de La Plata, Argentina at approximately 01:15 UTC on February 2 (22:15 local time on February 1). The Rio de La Plata area, situated south of Uruguay, shares a coastline with Argentina.

Social media reports indicate that the fireball had a green trail, which suggests the presence of magnesium.