Potential space junk found in outback Western Australia

Breakdown

• Mine workers found a large, burning object near Newman in Western Australia. 28s
• Initial suspicions were that it was an aircraft tyre, but AI analysis suggested it was space debris. 16s
• Australian Space Agency engineers identified it as likely a propellant tank or pressure vessel from a space launch vehicle. 42s
• Authorities are working to determine the country or company of origin and will follow international procedures for notification and possible return. 57s
• The investigation and identification process could take weeks or months. 1m 7s