Seismic Shockwave on a Quiet Night
On May 28, 1993, a powerful seismic event rattled Western Australia near Banjawarn Station. Witnesses, mostly truck drivers and prospectors, reported seeing a fireball in the sky and hearing a low rumbling sound. Initially, theories included a meteor impact, but with no crater found, the event remained a mystery.
Meteor or Earthquake?
Geophysicist Ed Paull reported meteor sightings around the time of the disturbance. However, the Australian Geological Survey later suggested that the seismic data resembled an earthquake rather than an explosion, though it was unusually strong for the region.
A Cult Connection
Years later, it emerged that the Japanese cult Aum Shinrikyo, known for its interest in chemical and nuclear capabilities, owned Banjawarn Station. Speculation arose that the cult may have tested explosives or mined uranium there, yet evidence remains inconclusive.
Ongoing Mystery
Despite international investigation, including inquiries by the U.S. Senate, no solid link between Aum and the event was found. To this day, the 1993 Banjawarn explosion remains unexplained in Australia’s vast outback.
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Seismic Shockwave on a Quiet Night
On May 28, 1993, a powerful seismic event rattled Western Australia near Banjawarn Station. Witnesses, mostly truck drivers and prospectors, reported seeing a fireball in the sky and hearing a… pic.twitter.com/CxFIOsKFUK— Detective Tiger's Stories (@TigerDetective) October 29, 2024