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Sonic boom anticipated in Cameron County following possible SpaceX launch

Sonic boom anticipated in Cameron County following possible SpaceX launch
1 month 1 day 6 hours ago Friday, October 11 2024 Oct 11, 2024 October 11, 2024 8:38 PM October 11, 2024 in News - Local

SpaceX could be launching another rocket on Sunday. Cameron County put out a notice to people warning about the loud noise.

University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley Professor of Physics and Astronomy Dr. Mario Diaz explained what could cause that sonic boom.

"Actually, it's going to be like a loud crack. The waves of air are getting compressed, compressed so much so that, eventually, when the rocket goes too fast, it creates a boom," Diaz said.

More information on the launch will be made available if the FAA gives their approval.

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