# Could We Survive the Asteroid that Wiped Out the Dinosaurs?

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Podcast: [Bright Side Universe](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bright-side-universe-7141660)
Published: 2026-06-06T11:00:00+00:00
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Imagine if the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs hit Earth today – could we survive it? This massive space rock caused a global catastrophe 66 million years ago, leading to the extinction of the dinosaurs. Modern technology and preparation might give us a fighting chance, with early detection systems and potential plans to divert or destroy the asteroid. However, even with all our advancements, the impact would still cause massive devastation, triggering tsunamis, wildfires, and other scary effects. It would be a huge challenge, but humanity's resilience and ingenuity could potentially help us endure such a catastrophic event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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