Solar storm could spark catastrophe

[arcos]

Solar storm could spark catastrophe

A "perfect space storm" that occurred 144 years ago could happen again at any time with catastrophic consequences, scientists have warned.

Newly uncovered scientific data has shown the true extent of history's most massive electromagnetic storm which blew up on the first two days of September 1859.

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When the storm struck, the effects had a huge impact even on the limited technological landscape of the 19th century.

Within hours, telegraph wires in both the United States and Europe spontaneously shorted out, causing numerous fires.

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http://news.ninemsn.com.au/Sci_Tech/story_52695.asp

[9215]

1. I thought that's what

circuit breakers, surge protectors, etc. were suppose to stop? :evilgrin:

[neverforget]

2. If it happens on Bushs' watch, he'll blame Clinton, ask for more

tax cuts, ask to drill in Alaska and give the no-bid contracts to Halliburton. :evilgrin:

[Mz Pip]

3. I guess if

they can't blame it on Clinton's penis, they can blame it on solar action.

MzPip
:dem:

[Kitsune]

4. or El Niño *nt*