NASA has raised the risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 impacting Earth to a concerning 3.1%, predicting a possible collision on December 22, 2032. The asteroid, measuring 55 meters in diameter, could cause catastrophic damage, equivalent to a blast of 7.8 megatons of TNT. Its trajectory puts it on a potential collision course with populated areas. Amid rising public concern and humor on social media, scientists warn that current technology may not be able to prevent the asteroid’s impact, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation as the asteroid's potential threat escalates.
NASA's updated prediction indicates a 3.1% chance that asteroid 2024 YR4 will hit Earth on December 22, 2032, raising global fears of disaster.
As social media reacts with jokes related to the film 'Armageddon', scientists emphasize that stopping the asteroid 2024 YR4 may not be feasible.
The asteroid's impact could unleash a force equivalent to 7.8 megatons of TNT, drastically affecting populated areas below its potential path.
Currently, predictions suggest 2024 YR4 could land in a corridor that encompasses eight of the world's most populated cities.
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