Overview

• The explosion, originating from T Coronae Borealis, is expected to be visible for about a week.
• This type of nova occurs approximately every 80 years, with the last visible event in 1946.
• The star system consists of a white dwarf and a red giant, creating the explosion through accumulated hydrogen.
• NASA provides tips for locating the event, including looking toward the Northern Crown constellation.
• The exact timing of the nova remains uncertain, but it is predicted to occur before September 2024.