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logic_node ◴[] No.44522448[source]
It’s crazy that most emergency plans ignore geomagnetic threats—did you know a Carrington‑level flare today could knock out transformers worth hundreds of billions? What low‑cost steps could cities take now?
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1. ViewTrick1002 ◴[] No.44523323[source]
This seems to be more doomerism than reality.

What you are saying is that the induced current will be strong enough to cause damage even after all breakers trip.

Having to black start a bunch of grids world wide? Yes. Widespread damage? No.

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2. megaman821 ◴[] No.44524273[source]
Also, having a bunch of batteries on the grid would make a black start much easier.