Scientists Warn of ‘City-Killer’ Asteroid Approaching Earth: Potential Impact Date Revealed
Scientists Warn of "City-Destroying" Asteroid with Slight Earth Impact Risk in 2032
A newly discovered 200-foot-wide asteroid, 2024 YR4, has a 1.2% chance of colliding with Earth on December 22, 2032, according to astronomers. While the probability remains low, the space rock’s potential to cause significant damage—especially if it strikes a densely populated area—has placed it atop NASA’s Sentry risk list, which tracks near-Earth objects (NEOs).
