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As with
other paranormal phenomena, the vast majority of UFO sightings
can be explained by natural occurrences. Try to rule out
stars, aircraft, freak cloud formations, promotional and
advertising blimps, balloons, and other types of natural
phenomena.
If you have seen something
truly strange, use the Anomalous Activity Journal on the next
page to document and record the details of your sighting. Be
sure to record the direction the craft was going, the event
duration, the time of day/night, the approximate angle in the
sky, and the shape of the craft.
To estimate size, use common
and known units of measurement, such as a football field (100
yards x 160 feet, or 91.4 meters x 48.8 meters). To estimate
distance, use known landmark distances for comparison (if
available). Understand that estimating distances and altitudes
is very difficult (if not impossible) for anyone.
Try to sketch the shape of
the craft as best you can while the sighting is still fresh in
your mind. To the extent possible, do not discuss your
sighting with any other witnesses before investigators have an
opportunity to interview everyone. If you do not personally
know other witnesses, try to get their contact info in the
event investigators want to get their perspective.
Once you have documented
your sighting,
Click Here to
locate a member investigator. If we do not have a member in
your area, you should be able to find a local group with an
online search.
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