CatalogNovember 28, 2025Asteroid YR4 poses 4% chance of hitting moon in 2032, NASA explores deflection plan
Science & DiscoveryNovember 28, 2025

Asteroid YR4 poses 4% chance of hitting moon in 2032, NASA explores deflection plan

NASA estimates a 4% chance of impact in 2032, with a nuclear deflection plan being considered.

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