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03/01/2018 / By David Williams

Scientists are one step closer to being able to predict the kind of solar flares that can knock out the power grid

The sun, which holds steady in the center of the solar system, is fascinating enough in of itself. But it also produces solar flares, which are just as fascinating. However, no matter how mesmerizing they may seem to be, they are known to have negative effects on all sorts of systems and equipment here on […]

12/22/2017 / By Jayson Veley

America just got a minor sample of a grid down collapse at the Atlanta airport … Total chaos ensued

Imagine what would happen if the power went out at the world’s busiest airport. Imagine how much chaos that would cause, and imagine how much confusion there would be, at least at first, regarding the source of the power outage. As it just so happens, you don’t have to imagine such a scenario at all; […]

04/23/2017 / By JD Heyes

Grid down in San Fran, NYC and LA – what happens when ALL major cities lose power?

A massive power outage struck San Francisco Friday morning, causing traffic snarls all over the city and sowing confusion. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that the outage was widespread, hitting several city blocks, “from the Financial District to the Presidio, forcing the closure of businesses, a BART station, cable car service and a federal courthouse.” […]

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