Asteroid found 6 hours before impact
A small asteroid was detected six hours before it entered Earth's atmosphere over the Indian Ocean, off the northwestern coast of Australia, on September 6, 2026. The asteroid, named 2026 RW1, is estimated to be about 80 centimeters in diameter, which is likely harmless since most objects smaller than 25 meters tend to disintegrate before reaching the Earth's surface. This event marks the thirteenth time an asteroid has been spotted before impact, highlighting the advancements in early monitoring capabilities that allow for the early detection of threatening space objects, thereby increasing the chances of preparedness for larger risks in the future.
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