Here's how to watch the Perseid meteor shower 'outburst event' tonight
People in the darkest parts of Europe and **rth America with good weather are sure to get a great view of what could be the most impressive Perseid meteor shower since at least 2009 overnight on Thursday and into early Friday morning.*
Some projections show meteor, or "shooting star," rates reaching as many as 200 per hour, which is about double the average for this shower.*
The best way to see some of these meteors in person is to lie on your back as far away from lights as possible and get a good view of as much of the sky as you can, allowing about 45 minutes for your eyes to adjust to the darkness.* Read more...