ANTILLES (971-972) 1980

On 23 and 24 January 1980, unusual luminous phenomena were observed over the ocean from Martinique and Guadeloupe. Between 18:00 and 19:00, witnesses at various locations on the islands saw 1 or more luminous objects, some with multicolored light trails and some without. The sky was clear. The sightings lasted only a few seconds, and the witnesses said the objects quickly disappeared as they moved along. Based on the various descriptions, probable atmospheric entries were the favored explanation.