"Survival of 'Devil Comet' 12P/Pons-Brooks During Close Sun Encounter"

Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, also known as the 'Devil Comet,' will reach its closest point to the sun on April 21, with a good chance of survival as it will pass at a safe distance. However, it is expected to fade rapidly after the encounter, becoming visible mainly to Southern Hemisphere observers. There may be future flare-ups, but the overall brightness of the comet has increased significantly as it moves closer to the sun. After perihelion, the comet will continue its journey through the solar system and is not expected to return to our skies until 2095.