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Pin ItArticle EditDiscussUnidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) are of unknown origin and lack identification. The following article will give tips on how to document and report the sighting of a UFO.

Edit Steps1Remain calm. The second you begin to realize that you might be witnessing a UFO, your heart might start racing. Take a deep breath and keep your eyes on the mysterious object.2Look at your watch. It's important that you make note of the exact time that you've witnessed this event so that it can be checked to see if anyone viewed a similar phenomenon at the same time.3Observe as many details as you can. Of particular value to the agencies involved are these observations:What did the object look like?the number of objects observedthe shape and color of the objectobject changed coloraura or haze around the objectany cloud or smoke trails from the objectWhat did the object do?object moved or landedobject emitted lights, sounds, or other objectsWas the object engaged with other observable phenomena?other aircraft in the vicinityelectrical or magnetic effects, such as a car engine stoppingWere your senses impaired or impeded? These may be similar to points a law enforcement agent would cover.objects between you and the UFO that obscured your viewwearing contacts or glasses at the time of the sightingwearing headphones or anything to impair or prevent your hearinghave a cold or anything preventing your olfactory sensetaking prescription drugs, or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs4Note the time when the sighting concluded (i.e. you stopped seeing any unusual, inexplicable phenomena). It's very easy to lose track of time when you are confronted with an unfamiliar situation, so be sure to check a watch or clock as soon as you can after the incident and estimate how long the sighting lasted.5Immediately write down what you witnessed, including the details noted above. Be sure to include the time, location, weather information, approximate size, and information about other witnesses if appropriate. Try to draw a rough visual representation of what you saw while it is fresh in your mind.6Report the sighting to the appropriate agencies. A UFO witness can report a sighting to the following organizations:Local law enforcement agenciesHBCC UFO Research [1]National UFO Reporting Center[2]Mutual UFO Network[3]Center for UFO Studies[4]Sightings Report[5]

Edit TipsTry to photograph or record the event using video equipment such as a camera.In your report mention whether you have glasses or contacts, and whether you were wearing them at the time.Some reports can be filed online.

Edit WarningsUse discretion when discussing a UFO sighting because of the social stigmas applied to the topic of UFOs.If you were smoking, drinking alcohol or on drugs or medication at the time of the incidence, this may reduce the credibility of your report.

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