Episode

Man Saw a Strange Pit on Google Maps, Scientists Were Stunned

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Bright Side
Published
Jun 3, 2026
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719
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Summary

A man was exploring Google Maps when he spotted a strange pit in the middle of a remote area. Curious, he zoomed in and noticed it didn’t look like anything natural. He shared it online, and soon scientists were intrigued by this unusual discovery. After studying the location, they found it was an ancient, massive crater, likely caused by a meteor impact. The pit was way bigger than anyone had expected, and its existence had been completely unknown. This discovery amazed researchers, offering clues about Earth’s geological history and past meteor strikes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices