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Asteroid 2024 YR4: Potential Earth Impact in 2032

CosmicTaco · 2025-02-20T11:23:04.017405+05:30

- In December 2023, asteroid 2024 YR4 was discovered, raising concerns due to its potential Earth impact in 2032. NASA estimates a 3.1% chance, while ESA estimates 2.8%. - The asteroid, moving at 40,000 mph, could cause catastrophic damage, with an explosive force of eight megatons of TNT. - Global space agencies are monitoring its path, and the James Webb Space Telescope will observe it in 2025 to gather crucial data. Source: [Asianet Newsable](https://newsable.asianetnews.com/world/asteroid-2024-yr4-may-hit-earth-in-2032-indian-cities-are-at-risk-nasa-warns-of-potential-impact-zones-shk-sryrkc), [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/is-nasa-planning-to-destroy-the-city-killer-asteroid-from-hitting-earth-in-2032/articleshow/118401498.cms)

In December 2023, asteroid 2024 YR4 was discovered, raising concerns due to its potential Earth impact in 2032. NASA estimates a 3.1% chance, while ESA estimates 2.8%.
The asteroid, moving at 40,000 mph, could cause catastrophic damage, with an explosive force of eight megatons of TNT.
Global space agencies are monitoring its path, and the James Webb Space Telescope will observe it in 2025 to gather crucial data.

Source: Asianet Newsable, The Times Of India