Satellites are falling back to Earth every day: Is it safe?
Every day, some of Elon Musk's Starlink satellites are burning up as they fall back through Earth's atmosphere, lighting up the skies over the US, Europe, and Japan.
While these streaks look cool, scientists are starting to worry about what all these satellite reentries might be doing to our planet's atmosphere and overall space safety.
The constant reentries really show just how massive today's satellite networks have become—and why smarter orbit management matters.
Experts warn that the particles released could affect atmospheric chemistry
Starlink now has over 6,000 satellites—the largest group ever sent into orbit.
According to astronomer Jonathan McDowell, up to four of these satellites burn up every single day.
Experts warn that the particles released could affect atmospheric chemistry.
Experts say it's time for more transparency and international teamwork on managing satellite debris, plus better designs to keep both space and our air safer for the future.