A terrifying interactive graphic reveals the damage the 'city-destroying' asteroid 2024 YR4 could cause to some of the world's biggest cities.
A terrifying interactive map details the potential catastrophic impact of the asteroid 2024 YR4 if it were to hit one of the world's most populated areas in 2032. NASA estimates a 2.2% chance of the asteroid striking Earth on December 22, 2032. The asteroid, measuring between 130 and 260 feet in diameter, could cause a blast equivalent to 15-30 megatons of TNT, flattening buildings within an 8.5-mile radius. Major cities like New York, Paris, and Tokyo would face devastating consequences, with widespread destruction and significant loss of life. The map allows users to visualize the potential destruction in various global capitals. NASA is exploring methods to deflect the asteroid, such as using a kinetic impactor to alter its trajectory.
