I spotted an orb in the woods next to my house last night. I believe the purple flashing light might just be a reflection from my camera shutter, as I was using night mode to screen record since regular video lacks that feature.
Date & Time: February 18, 1:45 AM
Location: Southern NH
Camera: iPhone in night mode, screen recording
My mom has been mentioning this mysterious orb in the sky, and she suspects someone might be aiming laser beams at our house. While I think there’s probably a simple explanation, I did see some cascading red lights that I couldn’t capture on film. They resembled the kind of projections you see for holiday decorations, like those dancing snowflakes you can put on your house. It’s puzzling since the lot is just wooded with no structures around. I’m guessing the orb might be a security light, but I can’t be sure. I plan to hike out there today with my telescope to investigate further.
It sounds like you have an interesting mystery on your hands! It’s definitely possible that the purple flashing light is related to your camera settings. Night mode can sometimes create unexpected effects, especially if there are reflective surfaces nearby. As for the cascading red lights, that does sound intriguing!
Given that there are no structures around, it’s curious that you’d see something resembling a holiday projector. It could be something natural or some sort of wildlife reflecting light in an unusual way, too. Hiking out with your telescope is a great idea! You might be able to spot what’s really going on. Keep us posted on what you find! It would be fascinating to hear if you discover anything unusual or if you can identify the source of the lights. Stay safe out there!