UK can cope with solar superstorms - Model

UK can cope with solar superstorm +++

• The RAEng has predicted that a large solar storm would have serious effects on the UK, but would not shut down the entire country. 
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• There are 3 main areas affected by the solar outburst: GPS satellites, aviation services and possibly avionics, and communications. 
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• Solar storms are common and can affect satellites and spacecraft as well as causing radio interference. 
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• The UK electric grid is not at risk, but satellites might be affected. The GPS network would also be disturbed, but backups are in place.
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• There are also human health concerns from the higher radiation dosage, but the risk is not considered to be significant.

References

Amos, J. (2013, February 7). BBC News - UK 'can cope with solar superstorm'. BBC - Homepage. Retrieved February 17, 2013, from http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-21357909

 

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