The Orionid meteor shower is expected to be one of the most beautiful and bright showers of the year . Because the comet debris are blazing by at 148,000 mph, they can leave stunning glowing trails in the meteors' wake and even produce magnificent fireballs lasting for several minutes.

And tonight, Monday, Oct. 20, the meteor shower is going to reach its peak for the year.

The Orionid meteor shower reliably kicks off each fall when Earth passes through the densest part of the debris path of the famous Halley's comet, which also happens to produce the ETA Aquarids in May .

Luckily for Renoites, there are several areas around the Biggest Little City where residents that have darks skies perfect for star and meteor gazing.

Here's everything to know about the Orionid meteor showe

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