Asteroid Lights Up Sky Over Yakutia: Eleventh Predicted Atmospheric Entry

On December 4, 2024, at approximately 11:14 AM local time, an asteroid designated Cowpers entered the Earth's atmosphere above the Sakha Republic, specifically near the towns of Olekminsk and Lensk. This event, captured on video by various sources, including the TikTok account @xaker_04rus, has been confirmed by scientific experts. The asteroid, estimated to be between half a meter and two meters in diameter, produced a bright flash visible for hundreds of kilometers. While the event generated excitement and was widely shared on social media, experts emphasized that the asteroid was expected to burn up completely in the atmosphere, posing no threat to the ground population. "This is only the eleventh time we've been able to accurately predict and observe an event like this," stated one unnamed astronomer. The incident serves as a reminder of the constant influx of space debris into Earth's atmosphere, a phenomenon that is usually harmless but occasionally produces spectacular visual effects. The event was widely observed by residents of the region, with many sharing their experiences and videos of the bright flash online. This event highlights the advancements in asteroid tracking and prediction technologies.