Last night, if residents of Tacoma gazed upwards, they may have been treated to a rather unusual spectacle. A total of 17 small, luminescent lights traversed the sky in a perfectly straight line. For those unaccustomed to such a sight, it could have been quite a surprising experience. Admittedly, Tacoma isn’t typically associated with this kind of phenomenon.

Consequently, various conjectures began circulating on social media, with some even entertaining the idea of a UFO formation or a military occurrence. However, the reality is far less sensational; it can be attributed to Elon Musk.

The cause of this celestial display can be traced back to Musk’s Starlink satellite service, operating under his SpaceX venture, which extends broadband coverage to over 60 regions. Although these satellites have been orbiting our planet since 2019, they have only recently become more conspicuous.

As a result, an increasing number of Americans have started to observe them, occasionally leading to confusion. Interested individuals can also monitor the journey of the Starlink satellites through a dedicated website. Predictably, this orbital path has included traversing over Tacoma in recent days. Given this trajectory, it’s highly probable that Tacoma will witness the Starlink satellites on numerous occasions in the coming months and years. So, if you missed the opportunity to catch a glimpse of these satellites, rest assured that you’ll have another chance in due time.