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  • Brief EF-1 tornado hits Hart County, Kentucky

    A brief EF-1 tornado swept through Hart County, Kentucky on February 6, 2025, blowing off roofs of buildings and sending debris over 180 m (590 feet) away. The tornado downed multiple trees and powerlines, causing power outages and forcing school closures in the area.

  • Asteroid 2024 YR4 impact risk updated to 1.8%

    The impact risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 in 2032 increased from 1.2% to 1.8% on February 6, 2025, following new trajectory simulations and refined calculations. While the increase remains within a low-risk range, continued monitoring and additional observations will be necessary to further refine impact predictions.