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You Can See 2 Meteor Showers at Once This Week. How to Catch a Glimpse

The Southern Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers are set to peak on July 29 and 30 across southern skies.
These showers occur as Earth passes through comet debris, with the Delta Aquariids linked to comet 96P/Machholz and Alpha Capricornids to comet 169P/NEAT.
The Delta Aquariids originate from the Aquarius constellation and are expected to produce about 20 meteors per hour, while Alpha Capricornids from Capricornus will yield around four meteors hourly.
Astrophysicist Dr. Sara Webb noted that the Southern Delta Aquariids highlight Earth's continuous passage through trails left by ancient comets and emphasized that patience, a dark sky, and a curious mindset are essential for enjoying this subtle celestial display.
Light pollution and cloud cover may impair visibility, so observers should seek dark areas away from urban lights for the best chance to view this meteor activity.

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