Asteroid 2024 YR4 initially raised concerns about a potential collision with Earth in 2032. However, after extensive observations and calculations, NASA and other space agencies have confirmed that the asteroid poses no significant threat to Earth for the foreseeable future. The probability of it impacting Earth has been reduced to nearly zero.
Interestingly, there is a small chance (about 1.7%) that the asteroid could collide with the Moon in December 2032. If this happens, it might create a large crater and generate debris, which could affect future lunar missions
Scientists are closely monitoring asteroid 2024 YR4 using advanced technologies and global collaborations:
Telescopic Observations: Ground-based telescopes, like the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS), are used to track the asteroid's position and trajectory.
Space Agencies' Efforts: Organizations like NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) are actively involved in monitoring. They use data from observatories worldwide to refine calculations of the asteroid's orbit.
Planetary Defense Systems: NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office and ESA's Planetary Defence Office analyze the asteroid's potential impact risks and share updates with international networks.
Advanced Modeling: Scientists use computer simulations to predict the asteroid's future path and assess any potential threats.
International Collaboration: Groups like the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN) coordinate global efforts to track and study near-Earth objects.
These efforts ensure that any potential risks are identified early, allowing for timely responses.
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