U.S. military jets intercepted a high-altitude balloon on Friday, February 23, that was floating over the western part of America, harkening back to the strange occurrences of 2023 over North America. The presence of the balloon raised concerns and questions about its origin and purpose, leading to an investigation by various government agencies.
Well, one of the strangest occurrences of 2023 over North America is apparently back again... maybe... as another large balloon was spotted floating over the western part of the United States. This mysterious high-altitude balloon caught the attention of U.S. military officials, who decided to intercept it using fighter jets.
What is being characterized as a small balloon was intercepted by NORAD fighter aircraft Friday morning over Utah, a U.S. official reported. The balloon was flying at a high altitude over the Rocky Mountains, prompting concerns about its potential threat to national security.
A mysterious high-altitude balloon that U.S. officials were tracking over the Rocky Mountains on Friday was a “likely hobby balloon” that is believed to have been launched by an individual or group for recreational purposes. Despite this explanation, the presence of the balloon still raised alarms and led to increased monitoring by government agencies.
An unidentified high-altitude balloon has been spotted flying over the U.S. -- and its presence has been concerning enough to get the attention of authorities. The balloon's trajectory and behavior raised suspicions, prompting further investigation into its origin and intentions.
U.S. lawmakers are responding to reports that the Pentagon is tracking a high-altitude balloon over the western part of the country. The potential security threat posed by the balloon has led to calls for increased surveillance and monitoring to ensure the safety of the nation.
A high-altitude balloon of unknown origin is being tracked by the US government, according to a report. The balloon's movements and flight path have raised questions about its purpose and whether it poses any danger to national security.
NOTE: The above video is from a report on taking photos of the upcoming solar eclipse. DENVER (KDVR) — A high-altitude balloon was being tracked across the Western part of the country by the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). The balloon's presence has sparked interest and speculation among the public and government officials alike.
DENVER (KDVR) — A high-altitude balloon was being tracked across the Western part of the country by the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). The balloon's movements and activities have triggered concerns about its potential threat to national security and the need for heightened vigilance.
