Winston-Salem, NC: Ball of Light Deploys Three Smaller Objects to Ground
In Winston-Salem, North Carolina at 8:40 PM, four witnesses observe a ball of light approaching at treetop level, approximately half the size of a house. Three smaller objects emerge from behind it and travel southeast, appearing to land in a swampy area near a manufacturing facility. One witness's boyfriend pursues in his car, seeing the main object hovering near a small lake less than 200 feet away before it vanishes like 'turning off a light.' All four witnesses experience eye irritation; the pursuing witness develops red, sore face and hands — apparent radiation effects.
Background
1. On November 28, 1983, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, four witnesses reported observing a large ball of light that deployed three smaller objects. The smaller objects appeared to descend towards a swampy area near a manufacturing facility.
The Incident
At approximately 8:40 PM, four witnesses observed a ball of light approaching at treetop level. The object was estimated to be about half the size of a house. Three smaller objects emerged from behind the larger light. These smaller objects then traveled southeast, seemingly landing in a swampy area near a manufacturing facility. One witness was reportedly "visibly shaking" after the event.
Investigation
The provided text does not detail any official investigation into the Winston-Salem sighting. However, the case was reported in the MUFON UFO Journal.
Significance
The Winston-Salem incident is significant as a close encounter involving multiple witnesses and the deployment of smaller objects from a larger one. Such reports contribute to a pattern of observations suggesting structured craft and potentially coordinated activity. The lack of an official explanation, coupled with the witness's strong reaction, adds to the intrigue surrounding the event.