NASA just changed the odds of asteroid YR4 hitting Earth in 2032 yet again (www.livescience.com)

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NASA increased the chances of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth to 1 in 32, or 3.1%, on Tuesday, but they're now back down to 1 in 67, or 1.5%.

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[-] Mesophar@lemm.ee 7 points 2 years ago

Well of course, measurements will get more accurate as it's studied longer, and everyone knows it's much too difficult to train highly educated and skilled astronauts how to be drillers!

[-] DankOfAmerica@reddthat.com 3 points 2 years ago

Makes me not wanna close my eyes

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