Watch an asteroid the size of an aircraft carrier make a close pass of Earth on June 5
https://www.space.com/stargazing/watch-an-asteroid-the-size-of-an-aircraft-carrier-make-a-close-pass-of-earth-on-june-5
Watch an asteroid the size of an aircraft carrier make a close pass of Earth on June 5
https://www.space.com/stargazing/watch-an-asteroid-the-size-of-an-aircraft-carrier-make-a-close-pass-of-earth-on-june-5
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The asteroid 2008 DG5, despite being classified as “potentially hazardous” due to its size and close approach, poses no actual threat to Earth.
Its flyby is an excellent example of how NASA and its partners actively monitor near-Earth objects, offering opportunities for the public to watch live, while also reassuring that no collisions are expected in the foreseeable future.
I wonder how the recent budget cuts will affect our ability to track potential hazardous objects that could collide with Earth?
Does the ESA have the capacity to take over from NASA to ensure we remain safeguarded?
I have no idea about the average size of an aicraft carrier.
You mean the size of 1500 male elephants. Right? Right?