SpaceX Rocket to Crash Into Moon, Creating New Crater

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage, launched in January 2025, is on a collision course with the moon. The impact, expected on Wednesday, August 5, will occur at around 5,400 mph (8,700 kph), creating a new crater and sending up a plume of dust and rubble. Scientists and sky gazers are eager to observe the event, which will be visible from parts of the United States, Canada, and South America. While this particular piece of space junk is not a major concern, it highlights the growing threat of orbital debris.