We could lose electricity and satellites due to solar flares

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The discussion centers on the potential impact of solar flares on Earth, with scientists predicting a significant solar flare event within the next 100 years. The estimated repair costs in the United States could reach up to $2.5 trillion. While solar flares occur frequently, the focus is on the infrequent but powerful events that pose a greater threat. Accurate representation of scientific sources is emphasized for clarity and understanding.

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  • Understanding of solar flare phenomena and their effects on Earth
  • Familiarity with the economic implications of natural disasters
  • Knowledge of space weather forecasting techniques
  • Awareness of infrastructure vulnerabilities to solar events
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  • Research the historical impact of solar flares on technology and infrastructure
  • Explore mitigation strategies for solar flare damage to electrical grids
  • Learn about space weather monitoring tools and agencies, such as NOAA
  • Investigate insurance and financial planning for natural disaster risks
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This discussion is beneficial for scientists, policymakers, emergency management professionals, and anyone interested in the economic and infrastructural impacts of solar flares.

ianz1234
Hello, all!
I found several sources which say that humanity could be in trouble because of solar flares! Scientists said that the Earth could be hit by solar flare within the next 100 years!
Current costs of repair in the US could be up to 2.5 trillion dollars!
It seems like Sun will punish the Earth
Source: Solar flare threats
 
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ianz1234 said:
Hello, all!
I found several sources which say that humanity could be in trouble because of solar flares! Scientists said that the Earth could be hit by solar flare within the next 100 years!
Current costs of repair in the US could be up to 2.5 trillion dollars!
It seems like Sun will punish the Earth
Source: Solar flare threats
Yes. So? This has been known for quite a while.

Also, "the Earth could be hit by solar flare within the next 100 years!" is a bit naive. We are often hit by solar flares. What matters is how big it is. You are talking about a BIG solar flare, which is relatively infrequent.
 
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ianz1234 said:
Hello, all!
I found several sources which say that humanity could be in trouble because of solar flares! Scientists said that the Earth could be hit by solar flare within the next 100 years!
Current costs of repair in the US could be up to 2.5 trillion dollars!
It seems like Sun will punish the Earth
Source: Solar flare threats

you would do well to read the article more carefully, and if you are really going to quote from it,
then you should do that accurately and not in your own words which were incorrect :wink:

@phinds has given you a good response :smile:

Dave
 
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