Don’t panic — but look up.
A massive asteroid is set to fly past Earth today, and while it’s not close enough to trigger a sci-fi disaster scenario, NASA is tracking it closely. Measuring over 300 feet in diameter — taller than a 30-story building — the asteroid will pass by at a safe distance of more than 3 million miles.
A second, slightly smaller asteroid is also expected to pass Earth today, making this a rare double flyby event — both objects are being closely tracked by NASA.
NASA’s Center for Near Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) has confirmed there is no threat of impact. Still, the event has captured global attention.
“These are routine flybys, but they serve as a good reminder of the importance of planetary defense,” a NASA spokesperson noted. The agency continues to monitor thousands of space rocks and refine strategies for future impact prevention.
While the asteroid won’t be visible to the naked eye, seasoned skywatchers with powerful backyard telescopes may catch a glimpse — depending on sky conditions.
So no, the sky isn’t falling. But it’s definitely moving.
