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House-size asteroid 2026 GD will pass 251057km from Earth
NewsBytes | April 9, 2026 11:39 AM CST

Why scientists track near-Earth objects

This flyby is a good reminder of why scientists track near-Earth objects so closely.
By watching asteroids like 2026 GD, NASA can spot any real threats early and keep improving how we predict their paths.
It is all part of making sure our planet stays safe while we learn more about our ever-changing solar system.


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