The International Space Station (ISS) orbiting Earth is seen in a recent image. Astronauts onboard the ISS have been ordered to shelter in their spacecraft and prepare for a potential evacuation as a Russian crew attempts to fix a worsening air leak in their portion of the orbital laboratory, Nasa has confirmed.
Evacuation Precautions
According to Nasa officials, the decision to move astronauts into their respective spacecraft was a precautionary measure. The Russian crew is actively working to address the leak, which has been increasing in severity. The affected section is part of the Russian segment of the ISS.
Current Status
The astronauts are safe and following procedures. Nasa continues to monitor the situation closely, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The leak does not pose an immediate threat to the crew, but the evacuation order ensures readiness in case the situation deteriorates.
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