Image Credit: NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center A star, named 'Blaze Star' or T Coronae Borealis, was anticipated to explode in May and June but has not displayed any signs of doing so yet. Nonetheless, it is predicted that this stellar explosion is imminent. Blaze Star, shining at a magnitude of +2 akin to the North Star, is a recurring nova that will illuminate the sky for a brief period before returning to its original brightness level. Positioned in the Corona Borealis constellation about 3,000 light-years away from Earth, it would take approximately 57 million years to reach it, even at a speed of 35,000 mph in space.

Blaze Star is part of a binary star system, consisting of a large red giant star and a small white dwarf star orbiting each other with a vast age gap in the billions of years. The red giant star's matter is continually transferred to the white dwarf star until a detonation occurs. The white dwarf star then becomes temporarily brighter in the sky, only to return to its original state over time. This explosive event is known as a nova, visible to the naked eye for a week, resembling the sudden appearance of a new star.

This cosmic event, occurring every 80 years, was last witnessed in 1946. However, the brightness peak is expected to be observed two years earlier this time due to a preceding event. NASA notes that the explosion can occur at any time, day or night. This recurring cycle, first observed over 800 years ago, provides a unique opportunity for viewers to witness and gather data on the celestial phenomenon.

Astronomers believe the explosion could happen at any moment, bringing this spectacular cosmic event to fruition.However, an exact date cannot be determined. Experts predict that the event is likely to occur in late September. To locate the star, first find the constellation Corona Borealis. Although the star won't be visible until the thermonuclear eruption, you can use other astronomical guides. Begin by identifying the Big Dipper, then trace the curve of its handle. Eventually, you will observe a bright red star known as Arcturus. Next, look for another star named Vega in the northeast, and you will find the Blaze Star situated between the two.