The 'Blaze Star,' also known as T Coronae Borealis, was anticipated to explode in May and June but has not displayed any signs of doing so yet. However, it is expected that the star is now on the path towards a cosmic explosion. T Coronae Borealis shines with a magnitude of +2, similar to the North Star, but as a recurring nova, it will illuminate the sky brightly for a short period before returning to its original brightness level. The star is currently found in the Corona Borealis constellation, about 3,000 light-years away from Earth. This distance is so vast that it would take approximately 57 million years to reach the star even while traveling at a speed of 35,000 mph.

T Coronae Borealis is part of a binary star system consisting of a large, cool red giant star and a small, hot white dwarf star that orbit each other. The stars have a significant age difference, with the red giant constantly feeding matter to the white dwarf until a detonation occurs. Although the white dwarf appears brighter in the sky during the explosion, it does not disintegrate and ultimately returns to its original brightness. This eruption is known as a nova and is a spectacular event that can be observed with the naked eye for about a week, resembling the sudden appearance of a new star in the sky. NASA confirms that the explosion does not have to occur at night and can happen at any time of day.

This cosmic event occurs every 80 years, with the most recent blast happening in 1946. However, the current brightness surge suggests that the explosion may happen sooner than expected, as the precursor event has already taken place. This cycle has continued for over 800 years, providing an opportunity for observers to witness and collect data on the event with the naked eye.

As for the timing of the explosion, astronomers predict that it could happen at any moment.Experts are unable to determine a specific date for the event, but they predict it will likely occur towards the end of September. To find the star, look to the constellation Corona Borealis. It won't be visible until the thermonuclear eruption, but you can still locate it using other astronomical methods. Begin by locating the Big Dipper and following the curve of its handle. You will come across a bright red star known as Arcturus. Then, in the northeast, find another star named Vega, and you will see the Blaze Star positioned between the two.