Latest News About Asteroid 2026 JH2

Updated 2026-06-18 03:15

Space rock 2026 JH2 asteroid rushed past Earth on May 18, 2026, at about roughly 0.24 lunar distances, bearing an Apollo-class orbit, and an estimated 15-35 m in size. Discovery occurred only days before the flyby, and there was no identified risk. The event spurred extensive reporting in space news venues, and NASA/JPL follow-ups confirmed the close approach and lack of threat. Initial coverage highlighted a brief warning window due to a short arc.

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