A small asteroid created a bright fireball over Russia, highlighting the importance of asteroid detection systems.

A small asteroid, about 70 cm in diameter, entered Earth's atmosphere over Yakutia, Russia, creating a bright fireball. Detected just 12 hours before impact, the asteroid broke apart and scattered into smaller fragments without causing any damage. This event highlights the importance of asteroid detection systems and the need for monitoring near-Earth objects to prevent potential future threats.

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