NASA Astronauts in Evacuation Mode Due to ISS Leaks
ISS Astronauts Ordered to Enter Evacuation Mode

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Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have been instructed to shelter in their SpaceX Dragon spacecraft due to new leaks in the Russian segment's transfer tunnel. NASA is coordinating with Roscosmos for repairs, which are set to begin on June 5. No immediate danger to crew members has been reported.
- 01NASA ordered the Crew-12 astronauts and Chris Williams to shelter in their spacecraft due to new leaks in the ISS's Russian segment.
- 02The decision follows ongoing issues with leaks in the Russian segment that have persisted since September 2019.
- 03NASA's inspector general has identified the leaks as a significant safety risk for 2024.
- 04An extensive repair operation is scheduled for June 5, but details on the repairs have not been disclosed.
- 05The ISS is expected to be retired in about four years, highlighting its aging infrastructure.
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Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) have been ordered to enter evacuation mode due to newly discovered cracks and leaks in the Russian segment's transfer tunnel. NASA press secretary Bethany Stevens confirmed that all four SpaceX Crew-12 members and NASA astronaut Chris Williams are to shelter in their Dragon spacecraft during an extensive repair operation planned for June 5. While the specifics of the repairs remain undisclosed, the situation reflects ongoing challenges with leaks in the Russian segment that have been problematic since at least September 2019. In previous efforts, crew members have employed various methods, including using a tea bag to locate leaks. NASA's inspector general has flagged these ongoing issues as a top safety risk for the station in 2024. Despite the current situation, there is no indication that the crew is in immediate danger. The ISS, which has been continuously occupied by humans for decades, is set to be retired in roughly four years, underscoring the urgent need for repairs as its age becomes increasingly apparent.
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