Captured by a the lens of a DSLR at Millstätter See, Kärnten, Austria, this Geminids meteor fireball exhibits its blazing descent through Earth's atmosphere. The meteor, likely originating from debris shed by asteroid 3200 Phaethon, leaves a distinctive smoke trail in its wake. This image not only documents the annual Geminids meteor shower but also offers a scientific glimpse into the meteor's composition and dynamics. The lingering smoke trail is a result of the meteoroid's interaction with the atmosphere, as its high-speed entry causes ablation and ionization, releasing visible particles. This visual record provides astronomers valuable data to understand the physical properties of meteors and their atmospheric interactions during these celestial events.