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Asteroid 2024 YR4 (A Dash of Info)

March 10, 2025 • William and Kat

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In this episode, we take a deep dive into NASA’s latest findings on Asteroid 2024 YR4. Discovered in late 2024, this asteroid has sparked scientific curiosity and concern due to its slim but notable 2.3% chance of impacting Earth on December 22, 2032. We’ll break down its size, potential impact speed, energy release, and how scientists are monitoring its path.

We also explore how the Torino Impact Hazard Scale measures asteroid threats, why Asteroid 2024 YR4 is currently rated at level 3, and how future observations—especially by the James Webb Space Telescope—may adjust its risk. Plus, we touch on NASA’s proven asteroid-deflection strategies, like the 2022 DART mission, which could come into play if needed.

Finally, we shift gears to discuss the Rio Scale—a tool used to assess the significance of potential extraterrestrial signals—and how it complements the Torino Scale in measuring cosmic hazards and discoveries.