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Why was there a delay between the explosion from the meteor in Russia and the sonic boom hitting the cities? And how long was it?
The Russian meteor strike refers to the event that occurred on February 15, 2013, when a meteor entered the Earth's atmosphere and exploded over the Russian city of Chelyabinsk.
The meteor was estimated to be about 17-20 meters in diameter and weighed approximately 10,000 tons. It was the largest recorded meteor to enter Earth's atmosphere since the Tunguska event in 1908.
The meteor exploded due to the intense heat and pressure it experienced as it entered the Earth's atmosphere at a speed of about 19 kilometers per second. This caused it to break apart and release a powerful shockwave.
Yes, approximately 1,491 people were injured, mostly from broken glass caused by the shockwave. Luckily, there were no reported deaths from the event.
The Russian meteor strike caused widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure in the city of Chelyabinsk. It also generated a bright flash of light and a loud explosion, which were captured by numerous videos and witnessed by many people in the region.