A small asteroid buzzed by Planet Earth Monday, though only the astronomy geeks in the Pacific noticed.
The rock, estimated to be approximate 200 feet wide, zoomed past our planet at an altitude of 40,000 miles at 1:44 p.m. universal time - or 8:44 EST.
Astronomers estimate that in came closer that twice the distance of our communications satellites to Earth and was only detected Friday.
Apparently, a three day notice was not issued so the astronomy group are being blamed for not allowing us time to say goodbye to loved ones.
Also, to "run in circles, scream and shout."
Their answer?
"People are worried enough about the global depression already. Why worry them any more?"
Dubbed 2009 DD45, it was discovered only on Friday by Australian astronomers.
Had 2009 DD45, or "The Death Star!" actually hit the Earth, it would have exploded on or near the surface with the force of a large nuclear blast.
According to the Australian news Web site Crikey, the asteroid is likely to be drawn in by Earth's gravity, meaning it may return for many more near misses in the future, perhaps the near future....possibly, like three days. So better call Mumsy.
