[curmudgeonII]

I am aware of the difference between 40 miles square and 40 square miles. I believe that I learned that around 3rd grade - some 64 years ago.

However, the post did not use the word square in any context and I'm still unaware of the extent of the damage.

[ckilmer]

However, the post did not use the word square in any context and I'm still unaware of the extent of the damage.
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judging by the pictures and the reports meteorite/comet/asteroid fell in an unpopulated area. no damage except to trees. the reports aren't sufficiently precise about the shape and size of the damage either.