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News in English (USA) / 25.02.2025 / 20:00

NASA Confirms Asteroid 2024 YR4 No Longer Poses a Significant Threat to Earth

Recent analyses by NASA have significantly downgraded the risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 colliding with Earth, with the odds now falling to near zero. The asteroid, which had previously sparked concerns about potential impacts in 2032, is no longer considered a substantial threat. Experts indicate that the probability of a city-killer asteroid collision remains low, even as the likelihood of such threats can fluctuate over time. While the immediate dangers from 2024 YR4 seem to have dissipated, scientists and astronomers continue to monitor similar asteroids to prepare for future risks.
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