The Taurid meteor shower will reach its peak tonight - why is it so special?

Stargazers in the UK could be treated to a dazzling display of shooting stars on Tuesday, as a meteor shower is set to reach its peak. The Taurids have already begun flashing across our skies, but the phenomenon will be most intense on November 12. ITV News explains what to expect, and how to maximise your chances of spotting the meteors. • Subscribe to ITV News on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2lOHmNj • Get breaking news and more stories at http://www.itv.com/news Follow ITV News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itvnews/ Follow ITV News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/itvnews Follow ITV News on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itvnews/