The Perseid meteor shower is peaking now….

The Perseid meteor shower is peaking as Earth moves through the debris trail of parent Comet Swift Tuttle.

Last night (Aug. 11-12), NASA meteor cameras recorded more than 76 Perseid fireballs over the USA, with an even greater number expected tonight (Aug. 12-13).

When’s the best time to look? Visit today’s edition of Spaceweather.com for observing tips, live webcasts, and more.