Asteroid 2024 YR4: Low Risk of Impact in 2032, Scientists Explain Tracking Efforts
2025-02-13
The Associated Press
The recently discovered asteroid 2024 YR4 has garnered attention due to a slight increase in its potential threat level. However, scientists assure that the likelihood of an impact in 2032 remains low. With advanced telescopes and tracking systems, astronomers closely monitor the asteroid's trajectory, utilizing cutting-edge technology and orbital calculations to predict its path. By leveraging data from NASA and other space agencies, experts can provide accurate forecasts and minimize the risk of asteroid impacts, ensuring public safety and facilitating further space exploration and asteroid research.