SAVANNAH, Ga ( WSAV ) — All sky and space lovers are in for a treat to start the week with the 2024 October Orionid meteor shower expected to be visible over the next few days.
The Orionids, which began in late September, are considered the most beautiful of the annual meteor showers. The activity typically peaks on October 20 and 21 but will be visible until November 22.
The Orionids come from Halley’s Comet. This comet orbits the sun every 76 years. Dust particles explode out of the comet and are left behind in its path. Earth moves through this path in late October each year, giving us a stunning meteor shower…