SpaceX launch creates glowing jellyfish cloud over US East Coast

Summary

A SpaceX launch of the CRS-35 cargo mission on 13 October created a jellyfish-like cloud in the early-morning sky, Space.com reports. The Guardian says the cloud was visible off the US East Coast. In a video report, The Guardian says the sun illuminated the rocket’s exhaust plume, according to NASA.

Timeline

1. Space.com

   14 Oct 2026, 14:00 UTCSource ↗

   Space.com reports that the SpaceX CRS-35 cargo mission launch on 13 October created a jellyfish in the early-morning sky.

2. The Guardian

   14 Oct 2026, 18:15 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that a SpaceX rocket launch caused a striking jellyfish cloud visible off the US East Coast.

3. The Guardian

   14 Oct 2026, 19:12 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian’s video report says the sun illuminated the exhaust plume of a SpaceX rocket launch on 13 October, creating a glowing jellyfish-like cloud, according to NASA.