Asteroid Impact Risk in 2025: Hype or Hazard?
2025-01-28
Recent headlines warn of asteroids on a collision course with Earth, with 2024 YR4 posing a 1/88 chance of impact in 2032. This article details near-Earth asteroid flybys in 2025, assessing their potential risks. While no immediate threat exists, the article examines notable asteroids like Apophis and explores humanity's planetary defense strategies: DART, gravity tractors, and nuclear options. While small asteroid impacts are frequent, the probability of a catastrophic event is low. The article concludes that while no immediate panic is warranted, continued monitoring and preparedness are crucial.