The asteroid 2024 YR4 has gained attention as NASA increased its estimated odds of impacting Earth from 1.9% to 3.2% in 2032. While the likelihood remains low, the potential for localized devastation akin to the Tunguska event raises concern. The increased odds stem from limited telescopic observations affecting the asteroid's orbital precision. With a shrinking zone of uncertainty, projections regarding its impact are becoming more defined, which intensifies scrutiny as Earth occupies more of the uncertain orbital space.
Humanity has never tried to stop an asteroid impact for real.
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