Understanding the Risks: How Solar Storms Could Disrupt Modern Infrastructure

This article discusses the potential threats posed by space weather events, particularly solar storms, to Earth’s infrastructure. It highlights historical incidents, such as the 1859 Carrington Event, which caused widespread telegraph failures, and emphasizes that a similar event today could disrupt power grids, communication systems, and other critical technologies. The piece underscores the importance of preparedness and the development of resilient systems to mitigate the impacts of severe space weather.

Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2013/07/13/when-space-weather-attacks/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHNFM1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZnmKUowznRDaMPUnebYu1a2DqhkZTEbgIIjNFf5AM0VP7TkN8rfmGmBZA_aem_Efse20xGE_-iha1GaxVXxQ