Homeland Security identifies sky object over Saipan as space debris

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Saipan (HSEMO) --The CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management Office advises the public that the unidentified object seen breaking apart in the sky over Saipan on Thursday has been confirmed as space debris by Joint Task Force – Micronesia and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Residents across Saipan reported seeing the object streak across the sky before it broke apart in the atmosphere. Multiple videos of the event circulated online and were shared with local officials for review.

Currently, officials report there is no indication of any threat to the public. The FAA is tracking the object, and CNMI HSEM continues to coordinate with our federal partners as additional information becomes available.

Further updates will be provided as information is confirmed. For any questions, contact the Emergency Operations Center – State Warning Point at (670) 237-8000.