A large 87-foot asteroid is coming near Earth today at 14,390 mph, NASA confirms

NASA's Asteroid Alert! (Image: Canva)

Looking up at the night sky often brings peace. Occasionally, space visitors capture public attention. One such visitor is asteroid 2025 OJ10, approaching Earth soon. Scientists are closely monitoring this fast-moving space rock.

Asteroid 2025 OJ10’s Approach and Distance

NASA confirmed the asteroid’s course towards Earth. It measures about 87 feet wide and travels quickly. The asteroid will pass Earth on August 13. Its closest distance will be around 2.19 million miles. Though distant by everyday standards, this is near in space terms. 2025 OJ10 belongs to the Aten asteroid group. These asteroids cross Earth’s orbit regularly but pose limited threat. NASA only considers asteroids hazardous if closer than 7.4 million kilometres and over 85 metres wide. 2025 OJ10 does not meet either hazard condition.

Why Monitoring Near-Earth Asteroids Matters

Even safe flybys receive serious scientific attention. Small shifts in an asteroid’s orbit can cause major effects later. This is why global space agencies keep watch constantly. Accurate tracking helps prepare for any future threats. ISRO Chairman S. Somanath outlined plans for asteroid studies. He mentioned collaboration with NASA, ESA, and JAXA missions. India aims to send spacecraft to land on asteroids. These efforts will enhance understanding of space rocks’ behaviour.

2025 OJ10 Highlights the Need for Vigilance

Though harmless now, this asteroid reminds us to stay alert. The cosmos holds many surprises beyond our sight. A peaceful night sky can quickly change without warning. The approach of 2025 OJ10 stresses the importance of research. While this pass will be uneventful, scientists remain watchful. Earth’s gaze remains fixed on the skies above.