NASA Expert Answers Your Questions About Asteroid 2024 YR4

You’ve heard about asteroid 2024 YR4 and we’ve heard your questions — so let’s talk about it. What are the chances it’ll hit Earth? Why do those odds keep changing? And should you be worried? (Spoiler alert: No). Get the facts from a NASA expert and learn how we track asteroids, update predictions, and keep an eye on the skies.

Asteroid 2024 YR4 FAQ: https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/asteroids/2024-yr4/

Stay tuned for the latest updates: https://blogs.nasa.gov/planetarydefense/

Coming April 2025, NASA’s Planetary Defenders documentary will showcase the international collaboration and dedicated team of astronomers and scientists working tirelessly to track and monitor near-Earth asteroids, aiming to protect our planet from potential impacts: https://go.nasa.gov/NASAPlanetaryDefenders

Producers: Scott Bednar, Jessie Wilde, Pedro Cota

Credit: NASA ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWhj4qJdYWw