As reported

Sphere over Molalla, OR

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The report, as filed

Orange orb seen in Molalla OR on 01/15/2012. Lasted 45 seconds.

Held as-reported from National UFO Reporting Center. Witness text is preserved verbatim, including its spelling; nothing is edited beyond formatting.

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