North Adams Library Astronomy Club with Dr. Gareth Williams

The probability that the recently-discovered Near-Earth asteroid 2024 YR4 would hit Earth in 2032 rose to 3.1%. In the following weeks, the probability dropped to zero. Why? Did astronomers make a mistake? No, but....join Dr. Gareth Williams (former Minor Planet Center Associate Director) as he describes the hows, whys, & whens of predicting Earth impacts.3rd Floor Community Room. All are welcome! Any questions, please email Adult Services Librarian Ryan Miller at rmiller@northadams-ma.gov or give us a call. 413-662-3133  ex16

Also, please check out our Facebook group, the Northern Berkshire Astronomical Society, at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nberkastro

For more information, email Bob Donahue at ursominac@gmail.com or Ryan Miller - miller@northadams-ma.gov

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