World Asteroid Day 2024: Know Date, History, Theme, Significance

6/30/2024 1:24:29 AM

(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) International Asteroid Day, observed annually on June 30, commemorates the 1908 Tunguska Event and raises global awareness about asteroids. Founded by Stephen Hawking and others in 2014, it promotes education and preparedness against potential asteroid impacts through scientific collaboration and public engagement

International Asteroid Day, marked annually on June 30, honors the Tunguska Event and educates about asteroid risks, fostering global awareness and scientific collaboration

International Asteroid Day, observed annually on June 30, raises awareness about asteroids, inspired by the 1908 Tunguska Event

The Tunguska Event, a significant asteroid airburst in Siberia, remains a pivotal event in the study of asteroid impacts

Founded in 2014 by Stephen Hawking, astronaut Rusty Schweickart, and guitarist Brian May, it gained UN recognition in 2016

It encourages learning about asteroids, their diversity, and potential impacts on Earth's environment and future

Celebrated worldwide through educational events, discussions, and media campaigns to promote asteroid awareness

Highlights collaborations between astronomers, scientists, and educators to address asteroid impact mitigation strategies

Emphasizes the importance of planetary defense efforts and international cooperation in monitoring and addressing asteroid threats

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