Unusual Object Falls from the Sky in Indianapolis
The radome. (WXIN / FOX Weather)
Incident in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS – Residents of an Indianapolis neighborhood came upon a rather sizable spherical object that flew into their neighborhood Wednesday evening, when thunderstorms rolled through Indiana.
At about the size of a small shed, the object was found sitting on the side of a road with part of its flat bottom parked onto the curb.
The object turned out to be a radome – a large orb-like enclosure that is used to protect radar antennas.
What is a Radome?
Radomes are usually spherical, which allows the antenna to fully spin while being protected from the elements.
In addition to being hollow, the domes are usually made of lightweight materials. This makes covers like the one found in Indianapolis capable of taking flight under certain conditions.
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The cover came from a nearby property belonging to the tech infrastructure company V2X, according to local reports.
The radome. (WXIN / FOX Weather)
Statement from V2X Site Executive
“I think it probably got turned over and caught in the wind and unfortunately, it flew away,” V2X Site Executive Andrew Belush told FOX 59. “We’re really thankful no one got hurt or anything. No one got injured. But that’s what it is, I can confirm it’s not an alien satellite or an alien spaceship.”
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The city was placed under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning late Wednesday, when a storm with wind gusts of about 65 mph came through.
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Conclusion
The incident in Indianapolis highlights the importance of weather radar systems and the unusual objects that can be swept away by strong winds. Fortunately, no one was injured, and the object was identified as a radome from a nearby property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a radome?
A: A radome is a large orb-like enclosure that is used to protect radar antennas. It! is usually spherical, allowing the antenna to fully spin while being protected from the elements.
Q: How did the radome end up in the neighborhood?
A: The radome came from a nearby property belonging to the tech infrastructure company V2X. It was likely swept away by strong winds during a thunderstorm.
Q: Was anyone injured during the incident?
A: No, fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. The V2X Site Executive, Andrew Belush, expressed gratitude that no one was hurt.
Q: Can I get updates on weather conditions?
A: Yes, you can get updates and more at foxweather.com.
