Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) were directed to take shelter in their docked spacecraft on Friday and prepare for a possible evacuation after an air leak in the Russian segment of the orbital outpost showed signs of worsening.
Precautionary Measures
According to NASA, the precautionary measure was taken while specialists assessed the situation and monitored efforts to contain the leak. Crew members were directed to remain in their docked spacecraft as a safety precaution.
Developing Situation
This is a developing story, and further updates are expected as NASA and Roscosmos continue to evaluate the integrity of the Russian segment. The leak, which has been present for some time, recently showed an increased rate, prompting the heightened response.
The ISS crew includes astronauts from NASA, Roscosmos, and other partner agencies. Their safety remains the top priority as ground teams work to resolve the issue.
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