The world probably won't end this month, despite a widespread Mayan apocalypse myth, but that doesn't necessarily mean the sky won't fall. In fact, many experts predict the heavens will begin raining down fireballs as early as this week.
Those fireballs, of course, are part of the annual Geminid meteor shower, and virtually all will burn up in the atmosphere. That may disappoint doomsayers, but it's great news for skygazers. Not only are the Geminids among the year's most reliable and bountiful meteor showers, but they should be especially visible this year thanks to the waning moon, which will go dark just as they reach their peak Dec. 13 and 14.
MORE: http://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/space/blogs/meteors-to-bombard-earth-this-month?hpt=hp_bn16
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