Will an asteroid impact wipe us out?

The video challenges the Hollywood portrayal of frequent asteroid impacts, explaining that large asteroid collisions with Earth are rare. While small asteroids hit Earth often, the odds of a catastrophic impact are low. The likelihood of dying from an asteroid impact is comparable to that of an amusement park accident. Although it's important to consider asteroid prevention, there's no need for panic.

What are the lifetime odds of being killed by an asteroid impact compared to an amusement park?

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What can we do to prevent asteroid impacts, and how should we feel about the risk?

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