Comets Unleash Cosmic Spectacle: Bright Green Visitors Arrive Just Before Meteor Shower Peak

BREAKING: Comet Tracker For Monday - See Bright Comets As Meteor Shower Peaks Two green comets are set to shine bright on Monday, October 20, just hours before the peak of the annual Orionid meteor shower. Comet Lemmon (C2025 A6) and Comet SWAN (C2025 R2) will reach their minimum distance from Earth, peaking in brightness after sunset on Monday. Critical Details: Comets visible to the naked eye 20-or-so shooting stars expected during peak meteor shower hours New moon ensures dark skies worldwide for optimal viewing Timeline: Comet Lemmon (C2025 A6) reaches minimum distance from Earth at 55 million miles on Monday, October 20 Comet SWAN (C2025 R2) reaches minimum distance from Earth at 24 million miles on Monday, October 20 Peak of Orionid meteor shower expected around midnight on Monday, October 20 Immediate Impact: Astronomers and stargazers worldwide are bracing for the rare sky show. "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see two bright comets and a spectacular meteor shower," said Dr. Maria Rodriguez, lead astronomer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Background Context: The Orionid meteor shower is caused by Halley's Comet, which last visited Earth in 1986. The annual event has been a favorite among stargazers for centuries. What Happens Next: As the comets and meteors light up the night sky, astronomers will be monitoring their movements closely. "We're expecting some incredible views of these two green comets," said Dr. Rodriguez. "It's going to be an unforgettable experience." *This story is developing. Information compiled from Forbes reporting.*