Latest News About 2026 JH2 Asteroid Close Approach

Updated 2026-06-18 03:15

Asteroid 2026 JH2 asteroid rushed past Earth on May 18, 2026, at about 91,000 km, having an Apollo-style orbit, and an estimated size of 15-35 meters. Found only days prior to the flyby, and no impact risk identified. The event was widely covered by space news outlets, 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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