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A near-Earth asteroid, 2024 YR4, has a 2% chance of hitting Earth on December 22, 2032.
It could devastate a city, releasing more energy than 500 Hiroshima bombs! Let's explore what could go right with our planetary defense! #Asteroids #NASA
NASA's been tracking 2024 YR4 since December, triggering protocols to inform US government agencies under the Planetary Defense Strategy, updated as recently as 2023.
Are we ready for this challenge? #SpaceSafety #PlanetaryDefense
In 2022, NASA's DART mission proved we have the capability to deflect an asteroid.
It successfully altered the orbit of Dimorphos by 33 minutes! This is a remarkable step for humanity! #Innovation #SpaceExploration
Despite the advancements, there's no single international body managing our asteroid defense.
Each agency has its focus.
The UN is still developing specific strategies.
How can we collaborate globally? #GlobalGoals #UNSpace
Much progress has been made in asteroid detection since the 1980s.
NASA's NEO Surveyor, aiming to find 90% of medium-sized asteroids by 2028, is one of many upcoming projects.
What do you think about our evolving technology? #AsteroidDetection #NASA
As we keep an eye on asteroid 2024 YR4, remember the chance of impact is low.
However, our newfound ability to defend the planet marks a new era in humanity's relationship with space.
What else should we prepare for? #SpaceAwareness #FutureReady