NASA scientists have revealed that they are in the last leg of their mission to avert a possible asteroid hitting the Earth, 159 years from now. Experts believe that the asteroid, named Bennu could hit the Earth on 24 September 2182. NASA scientists have revealed that they are in the last leg of their mission to avert a possible asteroid hitting the Earth, 159 years from now. Experts believe that the asteroid, named Bennu could hit the Earth on 24 September 2182.
Scientists believe an asteroid the size of the Empire State Building could hit Earth in 159 years' time - and NASA experts are finalising plans for an Armageddon-style deflection should it be required
Boffins have revealed the exact date an asteroid could smash into the Earth's surface with the force of 22 atomic bombs, with scientists at NASA now working to divert its path