NASA more than doubles chance that asteroid could hit Earth in 2032
"While still an extremely low possibility, asteroid 2024 YR4's impact probability with Earth has increased from about 1% to a 2.3% chance on Dec. 22, 2032," NASA shared on X. "As we observe the asteroid more, the impact probability will become better known."
NASA Says Asteroid Passing by in 2032 Could Hit Earth
NASA says an asteroid measuring up to 300 feet across could crash into Earth in 2032. While the agency says the chances of collision with our planet are extremely low, the impact probability has steadily increased since the rock was discovered.
The odds of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth are shifting, with the space rock now carrying a 1-in-48 chance of collision.
Over the next several weeks, astronomers will be looking closely at an asteroid called 2024 YR4 that could be as big as a ...
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