Episode 426
The Carrington Event
Learn about the the 1859 event that could cripple the world today
Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography, & More
September 5, 202112m 16s
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Show Notes
On September 1 and 2 of 1859, people all over the world were treated to something quite rare. Auroras were seen in the skies as far south as the Caribbean and as far north as Brisbane, Australia.
However, some astronomers and telegraph operators experienced something different.
If this same event were to happen today, it might bring out society to its knees.
Learn more about the Carrington Event and what it means for our modern world, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.
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