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Study Warns Taurid Stream May Increase Impact Risks

10/30/2025

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Research led by Professor Mark Boslough, published in Acta Astronautica, indicates Taurid stream may raise near-Earth object impact risk for 2032 and 2036.
The study notes airburst-sized near-Earth objects could be more hazardous than thought if a Taurid resonant swarm approaches Earth.
Boslough stresses awareness of geohazards and the need for planetary defense.
Upcoming Taurid viewing opportunities will occur around Halloween and shortly after the full moon on November 5.

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Research led by Professor Mark Boslough, published in Acta Astronautica, indicates Taurid stream may raise near-Earth object impact risk for 2032 and 2036.
The study notes airburst-sized near-Earth objects could be more hazardous than thought if a Taurid resonant swarm approaches Earth.
Boslough stresses awareness of geohazards and the need for planetary defense.
Upcoming Taurid viewing opportunities will occur around Halloween and shortly after the full moon on November 5.