I really only lurk on Lemmy, but I felt the need to comment. Thank you for writing this. I've been stressed out since the EO was announced. I felt like we were doomed, but this gives me some hope. Even if this doesn't happen, I feel better knowing there is still a way to possibly course correct.
I've heard that it was in the event you lost it, it would eventually disintegrate from the weather. It always to help prevent it from being used by others if found.