In the unlikely event of a large asteroid impact, NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office (PDCO) will lead the response efforts. Here's how they plan to alert the public:
1. Early Detection and Warning Systems: NASA has established a network of telescopes and other detection systems to identify and track near-Earth objects, including asteroids.
These systems are designed to detect potential threats early, providing ample time for warning and response.
2. JPL Near-Earth Object Program: NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) operates the Near-Earth Object (NEO) Program, which uses a combination of ground-based and space-based telescopes to detect and track NEOs.
JPL also develops software to predict the trajectory of NEOs and determine the likelihood of an impact.
3. Asteroid Impact Warning System: In the event of an asteroid detection, NASA's PDCO will use a sophisticated warning system to alert the public and government officials. (Check back with us for more details.)
1. Early Detection and Warning Systems: NASA has established a network of telescopes and other detection systems to identify and track near-Earth objects, including asteroids.
These systems are designed to detect potential threats early, providing ample time for warning and response.
2. JPL Near-Earth Object Program: NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) operates the Near-Earth Object (NEO) Program, which uses a combination of ground-based and space-based telescopes to detect and track NEOs.
JPL also develops software to predict the trajectory of NEOs and determine the likelihood of an impact.
3. Asteroid Impact Warning System: In the event of an asteroid detection, NASA's PDCO will use a sophisticated warning system to alert the public and government officials. (Check back with us for more details.)
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First referenced here: How NASA Plans To Alert The Public In The Event Of An Asteroid Strike
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