Unfortunately besides expected astronomic events there are unexpected ones. It appears that a large U.S. spy satellite has lost power and propulsion and could hit the Earth in late February or March, government officials said Saturday, AP reports.
The satellite, which no longer can be controlled, could contain hazardous materials, and it is unknown where on the planet it might come down, they said. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because the information is classified as secret.
“Appropriate government agencies are monitoring the situation,” said Gordon Johndroe, a spokesman for the National Security Council. “Numerous satellites over the years have come out of orbit and fallen harmlessly. We are looking at potential options to mitigate any possible damage this satellite may cause.”
He would not comment on whether it is possible for the satellite to be perhaps shot down by a missile. He said it would be inappropriate to discuss any specifics at this time.
A senior government official said that lawmakers and other nations are being kept apprised of the situation.
why not shoot it down with a missle
yeah… This is not a movie, its now reality! something can be done if it is going to hit the united state but apart from that they might not do anything. So i suggest it should be blown down with few particles landing on earth than the whole body of the satellite.
Maybe now would be a good time to push the RED BUTTON, Igor!
rumor has it the government says it wld be to expensive to go up there and destroy the thing
They can’t shoot it down because of the hazardous materials. The biggest fear is that it will land where US secrects aboard will be discovered, and that the hazardous materials may not burn up on re-entry.