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Powerful Solar Storm Could Shut Down U.S. for Months

Quote:A new study from the National Academy of Sciences outlines grim possibilities on Earth for a worst-case scenario solar storm.

Damage to power grids and other communications systems could be catastrophic, the scientists conclude, with effects leading to a potential loss of governmental control of the situation.

The prediction is based in part on a major solar storm in 1859 that caused telegraph wires to short out in the United States and Europe, igniting widespread fires.

Scary!

In other news, I'll be holding a end-of-the-world party soon. Be sure to bring a date and a candle.

I'm looking forward to this storm. I'm hoping a number of us will develop super powers during this time.