Caught on webcam by amateur astronomer George Hall in Dallas, Texas, the
impact on Jupiter
that occurred yesterday at 6:35 a.m. CT can be clearly seen in the brief video above as a bright flash along the giant planet's left side.
According to Hall on his
website
the video was captured with a 12" LX200GPS, 3x Televue Barlow, and Point Grey Flea 3 camera using Astro IIDC software.
Great catch, George! Currently this is the only video footage we've seen of this particular event. Also, tonight at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT the SLOOH Space Camera site will broadcast a live viewing of Jupiter to search for any remaining evidence of an impact.
Tune in here.
Video © George Hall. All rights reserved, used with permission.