Summary
NASA is keeping an eye on an asteroid, named "2026 CC," that is moving toward Earth at 22,000 miles per hour. It will pass by Earth tomorrow at a distance of 379,000 miles, which is a bit farther than the moon's distance from Earth.
Key Facts
- The asteroid "2026 CC" is about 100 feet wide.
- Its closest approach to Earth will be 379,000 miles away.
- The average distance from Earth to the moon is 239,000 miles.
- Most asteroids are in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
- Near-Earth asteroids are those that come within 120 million miles of the sun.
- Some asteroids have the potential to become hazardous due to their orbits.
- NASA monitors these asteroids to assess any potential impact risks.
