# Meteor hit Oklahoma 100 million years later than previously thought

Meteor hit Oklahoma 100 million years later than previously thought

via [Phys.org (Space News section)](https://phys.org/news/2026-09-meteor-oklahoma-million-years-previously.html)

A meteor impact in Oklahoma occurred 100 million years later than previously thought, according to new research from The University of Texas at Austin. This revised timeline is significant for sky-watchers because it sheds new light on the region's ancient history and the potential for similar events to have shaped our planet. The discovery of the Ames impact structure, a major oil and gas producer, highlights the importance of understanding the geological history of our planet. Sky-watchers interested in meteor impacts can look for more information on the Ames impact structure to learn about its significance in Oklahoma's geologic history.

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