NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies tracks thousands of such objects, constantly refining their orbits to rule out catastrophic impacts.
For 1998 OR2, the verdict is clear: no collision, no global disaster, just a stark reminder of our planet’s vulnerability.
Each safe flyby is both a relief and a warning, underscoring why early detection, better telescopes, and serious planetary-defense planning may be the quiet heroes of our collective fu
