On July 30, 2025, asteroid 2025 OL1 passed safely near Earth at a speed of approximately 16,900 miles per hour (27,200 kilometers per hour). The space rock, estimated to be about 110 feet (34 meters) in diameter, came within 1.29 million kilometers (approximately 803,000 miles) of the planet—more than three times the distance between Earth and the Moon.
NASA and other international space agencies closely monitored the asteroid’s trajectory as part of ongoing efforts to track near-Earth objects (NEOs) that could pose potential hazards. The flyby provided valuable data to improve planetary defense strategies.
While 2025 OL1 posed no threat to Earth, the encounter highlights the importance of continuous monitoring of space objects to protect against future risks.
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