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More than 175 pounds of meteorites fell from the sky over Santa Filomena in Pernambuco State, setting off a gold rush for space rocks.
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Over 175 pounds of meteorites fell over Santa Filomena in August 2020
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{
    "date": "August 2020",
    "event": "Meteorite fall",
    "location": "Santa Filomena, Pernambuco State",
    "quantity": "More than 175 pounds"
}
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Science Geology Meteorites
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September 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM (6 days ago)
Last Updated
September 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM (6 days ago)

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Brazilian scientists race against collectors to acquire meteorites for research, highlighting a lack of regulation and the cultural impact of these celestial events.

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