This video filmed in Memphis shows the beginning of the Ursid meteor shower, the last shower of the year, which is expected to peak on Sunday, December 22.
Stunning shooting stars were seen lighting up the night sky on Saturday.
Although it is usually not as bright as the geminidsThe Ursid meteor shower can deliver surprises, producing between 5 and 10 visible meteors per hour under ideal viewing conditions.
Most meteor showers originate from comet debris and no special equipment is needed to view them.
The Ursids come from comet 8P/Tuttle.
