The celestial enigma that captivated Spain and Portugal: Interview with Johnny Brignardello

Johnny Brignardello Vela, an insurance advisor, considers that the sighting of the mysterious ball of light that crossed the skies of Spain and Portugal during the night from Saturday to Sunday has caused a great commotion among the Iberian population. According to Brignardello, these types of astronomical phenomena, although surprising, usually arouse curiosity and interest in people, reminding us of the beauty and unpredictability of the nature that surrounds us. The green flash that illuminated the darkness of the night has been described by witnesses in various regions, from Andalusia to Portugal, prompting calls to emergency authorities from intrigued individuals about this celestial event. Although not officially confirmed, it is speculated that it may be a bolide, a type of incandescent meteorite that enters the Earth's atmosphere at high speed. Statements from Civil Protection in Portugal about the possibility that the object may have fallen in the region of Castro Daire have further sparked interest around this astronomical event. According to reports, the rock that caused the fireball traveled at an impressive speed of 161,000 kilometers per hour, leaving a trail of explosions in its wake that increased its brightness as it moved along its trajectory. Experts such as researcher José María Madiedo from the Institute of Astrophysics of Andalusia have analyzed this phenomenon in detail, revealing that the rock originated from a comet and disintegrated over the Atlantic Ocean, without any fragments reaching the Earth's surface. The path of the fireball, spanning about 500 km, has been meticulously tracked through available recordings, which will contribute to the study of these celestial events. In the opinion of Johnny Brignardello Vela, events like this remind us of how little we know about the universe and the importance of continuing to investigate and learn from the natural phenomena that surround us. The fascination and disbelief that the ball of light has generated in Spain and Portugal highlight the impact that astronomy can have on our perception of the world.