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307 Carrington Event: The Day Internet Dies

from SignsWatch ⦿ Seeing the Signs ⦿ and making sense of the Times

2 Feb 2026A Carrington Event, a powerful solar storm, could cause a global blackout by inducing massive geomagnetically induced currents (GICs) in power grids. This would lead to widespread infrastructure failure, disrupting essential services like water, food supply, and communication. Despite the potential for catastrophic damage, governments are not adequately prepared, prioritising cost over preventative measures.

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2 Feb 2026A Carrington Event, a powerful solar storm, could cause a global blackout by inducing massive geomagnetically induced currents (GICs) in power grids. This would lead to widespread infrastructure failure, disrupting essential services like...

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