"NASA Debunks Fears, Confirms 'Lost' Asteroid 2007 FT3 Harmless to Earth"

NASA has reassured the public that the 'lost' asteroid 2007 FT3, which briefly caused concern over a potential impact on October 5, 2024, poses no threat to Earth. Despite the asteroid's size and the initial 89 potential impact scenarios, updated calculations and continuous monitoring have confirmed that there are no known asteroid threats to Earth for the next century. NASA's ongoing efforts in tracking near-Earth objects (NEOs) and improving planetary defense capabilities, including the successful test of a defense strategy last year, contribute to the agency's confidence in mitigating any potential asteroid collision risks.