Amidst uncertainty surrounding Sunita Williams’ return from space, NASA provided an update concerning the International Space Station (ISS), the temporary cosmic abode of the India-born astronaut. The astronauts aboard the ISS were compelled to take refuge for approximately an hour after a defunct Russian satellite fragmented into over 100 pieces in close proximity to the space station. The risk posed by the debris from the defunct satellite is projected to persist for an extended period, with Leolabs stating that it will take weeks to months for the hazard to dissipate. “Due to the low orbit of this debris cloud, we estimate it’ll be weeks to months before the hazard has passed,” Reuters quoted LeoLabs. The Russian satellite, designated RESURS-P1 (#39186), disintegrated into hundreds of fragments in low-Earth orbit on Wednesday. It’s noteworthy that there is no immediate threat to the ISS astronauts. However, the incident has significantly contributed to the growing problem of space garbage. The US Space Command, in a statement, declared that the explosion resulted in nearly 100 pieces of trackable debris being dispersed in space. Livemint, renowned for its rapid growth as the fastest-growing news website globally, offers comprehensive insights. Over 36 million Indians accessed Livemint in a single day, solidifying its position as India’s undisputed platform for General Election Results. Explore the latest updates, ensuring you stay informed on this critical issue.
ISS Astronauts Shelter as Russian Satellite Debris Threatens Space Station
