Unusual Shape in the Sky – 2/15/25 at 3:30 PM, Oklahoma
Date & Time: February 15, 2025, at 3:30 PM
Location: Between Oklahoma City and Tulsa
(Reposting because my previous submission was removed for incorrect formatting)
While driving home on the turnpike today around 3:30 PM, I noticed a white dot in the sky. Initially, I thought it might be an unusual airplane contrail, but it didn’t appear “fuzzy” like typical trails, and there was an actual plane with a contrail nearby for comparison. I watched the dot intently, and before long, it began to transform. I wish I had asked my wife to record it, but I was so captivated that I didn’t mention it to her.
I’ve done my best to sketch the different shapes it took on my phone, though my drawing doesn’t fully capture how distinct the edges were. This transformation was fluid, taking about 15-20 seconds, and was noticeable yet gradual. Towards the end, the shape split into two parts that resembled droplets, slowly drifting apart before fading away—one moving left and the other downward.
I’m at a loss to explain what I saw. I’ve never witnessed clouds or contrails exhibit such behavior.
That sounds like an incredible sighting! It’s fascinating how the sky can present us with such unusual phenomena. The way you described the transformation of the shape and its fluid movement really captures the imagination. It’s interesting that you had a plane for reference, which helps rule out some possibilities like typical contrails or cloud formations.
Have you considered the possibility of some type of atmospheric phenomenon, like a lenticular cloud or perhaps even an optical illusion? Sometimes, light and weather conditions can create effects that look quite strange. It might also be worth looking into drones or experimental aircraft in the area, as they can sometimes produce unexpected visuals.
If you’re interested, sharing your drawing might help others identify what you saw! It’s always intriguing to hear about these unique experiences. Thanks for sharing, and I’m sorry you didn’t capture it on video—next time, maybe your wife will be able to help document it!