NASA Alerts on Asteroid 2020 WG: Safe Close Encounter with Earth
It will come within about 3.33 million kilometers of Earth. This distance is safe and well outside NASA’s danger threshold.
No, there’s no need for concern. Asteroid 2020 WG will pass safely by Earth, and NASA is keeping an eye on it for our safety.
NASA has issued a warning about Asteroid 2020 WG, which is set to pass near Earth on October 28, 2024, at 12:04 PM IST.
This asteroid measures around 500 feet in length, roughly comparable to a large building, and will move at a speed of 33,947 kilometers per hour.
Here’s what you should know:
What is it?
Asteroid 2020 WG is part of a collection of asteroids that come close to Earth. Its size makes it potentially dangerous.
How close will it get?
It will come within about 3.33 million kilometers of Earth. This distance is safe and well outside NASA’s danger threshold.
What if it hit Earth?
A collision could cause significant damage, similar to an explosion of millions of tons of TNT.
How is NASA tracking it?
NASA’s Near-Earth Object Program monitors thousands of these objects. They are paying special attention to 2020 WG to ensure it is safe.
Should you be concerned?
No, there’s no need for concern. Asteroid 2020 WG will pass safely by Earth, and NASA is keeping an eye on it for our safety.
