NUFORC Sightings Report: 07/2020

This document is a comprehensive compilation of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) sighting reports submitted to the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) for the month of July 2020. The report spans 42 pages and lists hundreds of individual accounts from witnesses across the United States, Canada, and several international locations including Brazil, India, and the United Kingdom. The reports are presented in a chronological list, detailing the date, time, location, and shape of the observed object, followed by a brief, often informal, description provided by the witness. The sightings describe a wide variety of phenomena, including lights, orbs, spheres, triangles, discs, cigars, and teardrop-shaped objects. Many witnesses report erratic movements, high speeds, sudden disappearances, and hovering behavior. Several entries mention the presence of military aircraft, such as jets or helicopters, in the vicinity of the sightings. Some reports include references to the MADAR (Multiple Anomaly Detection and Automated Recording) network, indicating automated sensor data collection. Other reports mention specific events, such as the observation of the Neowise comet, which appears to have prompted increased sky-watching activity during this period. The descriptions vary significantly in detail; some are concise, while others provide personal context, such as the witness's location (e.g., on a porch, driving, or camping) or their emotional reaction to the event. A few entries include notes from NUFORC staff, such as potential explanations (e.g., Iridium satellites) or comments on the quality of the report. The document serves as a raw data repository for public-submitted UAP sightings, reflecting the diverse and often subjective nature of these reports. It captures a snapshot of public interest and sky-watching activity during a specific month in 2020, characterized by a high volume of reports, particularly around the July 4th holiday period, which likely influenced the number of sightings due to increased outdoor activity and fireworks displays.