NEW VIDEOS: A 1-Meter Asteroid Spotted on Camera Near Phillipines!

The European Space Agency, ESA, reports that a newly discovered asteroid, CAQTDL2, will strike the East Coast of the Philippines today, 4th September. A one-meter asteroid is expected to enter Earth’s atmosphere near Luzon Island at 16:46 UTC (updated).

Wow! Twitter Uses Share Videos of Asteroid RW1 (CAQTDL2)

X (formerly Twitter) users have begun sharing incredible videos of Asteroid RW1 as it streaks across the sky from various angles over the Philippines. This one-meter asteroid created a breathtaking fireball effect upon entering the Earth’s atmosphere, captivating viewers and skywatchers alike. We collected the most stunning videos below.

First Visual Confirmation of Asteroid

Footage of Asteroid RW1 has emerged, showcasing its stunning approach from various perspectives. Shared by the X (former Twitter) user from Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines, the video highlights the asteroid’s journey through our atmosphere before its anticipated impact. The first video is with the view from Gonzaga, Cagayan, Philippines.

The second video is taken from Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines.

Any Danger For People?

Both the residents of the Philippines and the rest of the people in all corners of the Earth can remain calm. Fortunately, this space rock poses no danger to us.

Astronomers suggest the asteroid would fall into the sea. But it is more likely to burn up in the atmosphere, potentially glowing as brightly as the moon in the night sky. However, a few small fragments might make it to the ground.

It is important to mention that this is only the ninth time in history that a celestial body has been detected in advance before its impact on Earth.

For more details on near-Earth objects, visit NASA’s Asteroid Watch.