No Basis for Claim That Solar Superstorm Will Wipe Out Internet in 2024
18 January 2024 12:00 PM PHT
Despite a myriad of claims about how the sun could kill the planet, there are no science-backed predictions that a deadly solar storm will occur anytime soon.
Scientists rely on continuous monitoring, historical data, satellite data, and predictive models to forecast space weather. These tools have allowed them to accurately predict and warn of geomagnetic storms that could potentially disrupt power grids and communications systems.
While it is possible for a solar storm to cause widespread damage, the likelihood of such an event is extremely low. The last major solar storm to hit Earth was in 1859, and it caused widespread telegraph disruptions.
The sun's activity is cyclical, and it is currently in a period of low activity. This means that the chances of a major solar storm hitting Earth in the near future are even lower than usual.
If a major solar storm were to hit Earth, it would likely cause widespread power outages and communication disruptions. However, these effects would likely be temporary, and the damage would not be permanent.
There is no need to be alarmed by claims about a solar superstorm wiping out the internet in 2024. These claims are not supported by science, and there is no evidence to suggest that such an event is likely to occur.
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