NASA Alert: Asteroid 2024 LB4 Significant Near-Earth Encounter

Asteroid, 2024 LB4, is projected to approach our planet on June 16, 2024.

On June 16, 2024, asteroid 2024 LB4 will make a close approach to Earth, passing at a distance of 1,800,000 miles.

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Despite its proximity, it poses no threat to Earth, highlighting NASA's robust efforts in understanding near-Earth objects (NEOs).

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Asteroid 2024 LB4 is a testament to NASA's capability to detect and track NEOs, ensuring our planet's safety from potential impacts.

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