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Space debris weighing 1,100 pounds crashes into Kenyan village, prompting investigation

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Space debris weighing 1,100 pounds crashes into Kenyan village, prompting investigation

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  • On December 30, 2022, a **metal fragment** weighing approximately **1,100 pounds** crashed into **Mukuku village** in Makueni county, Kenya.
  • The **Kenya Space Agency (KSA)** confirmed that the object is a **metallic ring** 8 feet in diameter and likely a separation ring from a launch vehicle.
  • Authorities have **secured the crash site** and retrieved the debris, which is currently under investigation for its origin.
  • The KSA reassured the public that the object posed **no threat** and commended the local community for swiftly notifying officials.
  • This incident highlights growing concerns about **space junk** as space traffic increases globally.

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