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On this day in space, a small asteroid exploded over Cheli Banks, Russia

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On February 15th, 2013 , a small asteroid exploded over the city of Cheli Banks , Russia .

The shockwave from the explosion damaged thousands of buildings, and almost 1500 people were injured by broken glass and other debris.

The explosion was more powerful than a nuclear bomb, and it was so bright that it briefly outshone the sun.

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