Latest News About Near-Earth Flyby 2026 JH2

Updated 2026-06-18 03:15

Asteroid 2026 JH2 made a close approach to Earth on May 18, 2026, at about roughly ninety-one thousand kilometers, bearing an Apollo-class orbit, and an estimated size of 15-35 meters. It was discovered just days ahead of the flyby, and there was no identified risk. The event received broad coverage from space media, and NASA/JPL follow-up confirmed the safe approach and no threat. Initial coverage highlighted a brief warning window due to a short arc.

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