The Orionid meteor shower is set to begin on Friday as Earth passes through a trail of debris left behind by Halley’s Comet.
The annual celestial event is caused by Earth moving through material associated with the comet. As the planet crosses the debris, the Orionid shower becomes visible in the night sky.
The shower will not reach its peak immediately. Its strongest activity is expected later in October, although the supplied information does not specify the precise date or viewing conditions.
The Orionids are linked to Halley’s Comet, which is the source of the debris encountered by Earth during its journey through space. Further details on the best locations or times to watch the shower were not provided.