Scientists are tracking a massive asteroid, 2024 YR4, that has a slim chance of colliding with the moon in 2032. If it hits, the impact could fling lunar debris toward Earth, potentially threatening satellites but also setting the stage for a dazzling meteor shower unlike anything we’ve seen in decades.

Editor’s Note: While the odds of a direct hit are low, this scenario is a reminder of how dynamic—and unpredictable—our cosmic neighborhood can be. A lunar collision could disrupt satellite operations (think GPS or weather tracking), but it’d also be a front-row seat to a celestial light show. Either way, it’s a heads-up to keep an eye on the skies—literally.