I saw one in Guantanamo Bay in the 60’s. It was a red fireball.
Also saw one in Columbia SC. It was a very foggy night, and you could barely see to drive. This one went south to north also, and lit the night up like daylight. There were reports that it was seen from South America up through South Carolina.
I wonder if the fireball hit the ocean.
Did you check online to see if the NC one was reported?