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Very-NEO 2024 RW1 Collided with Earth - PMSchu - 2024-09-06
The newly discovered very-NEO, 2024 RW1 collided with earth over the Philippines several hours after discovery. The collision occurred on 2024 Sep 4 12:46 EDT (1646 UT). The estimated diameter was ~1m. This was the ninth MP to be discovered before impact.
Here's an article about the resulting fireball:
Small asteroid creates ‘spectacular fireball’ while burning up over Philippines - UPI.com
Hope that you find it interesting,
Phil S.