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Christmas 2032 asteroid upgraded to 1-in-48 chance of Earth impact

Ellsworth Toohey
Feb 13, 2025
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Neal.fun's Asteroid Launcher

Remember that asteroid we told you about that had a 1-in-77 chance of ruining everyone's 2032 Christmas plans? Scientists now say there's a 1-in-48 chance this cosmic bullet will hit Earth.

Known as 2024 YR4, this potential planet puncher could be anywhere from 130 to 330 feet wide. Check out this asteroid impact simulator at …

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