Asteroid 2025 AS: Bus-Size Space Rock
Asteroid 2025 AS, approximately 140 feet wide, will pass Earth at a safe distance of 3,840,000 miles on 14 January 2025.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Approximate Size | 140 feet |
| Closest Earth Approach | 3,840,000 miles |
| Date of Closest Approach | January 14, 2025 |
Asteroid 2005 YU128: Medium-Sized Space Rock
Asteroid 2005 YU128 measures about 97 feet in width. It will safely pass Earth at a distance of 4,550,000 miles, also on 14 January 2025.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Approximate Size | 97 feet |
| Closest Earth Approach | 4,550,000 miles |
| Date of Closest Approach | January 14, 2025 |
Asteroid 2024 YX5: House-Size Space Rock
Asteroid 2024 YX5 is the smallest of the trio, with an estimated width of 79 feet. It will pass Earth at a closer distance of 2,770,000 miles on 14 January 2025.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Approximate Size | 79 feet |
| Closest Earth Approach | 2,770,000 miles |
| Date of Closest Approach | January 14, 2025 |
Why These Approaches Matter
Although these asteroids pose no danger, their proximity provides critical opportunities for scientific research. NASA monitors such events to better understand asteroid movements, composition, and potential future risks.
