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The federal government released the results of a multiday emergency drill intended to assess our ability to handle the next massive solar storm. Unfortunately, it sounds like there’s a lot of room for improvement. According to a report published earlier this month by the Space Weather Operations, Research, and Mitigation (SWORM) task force, institutions across […]



Experts routinely review protocols and options for the next inevitable cataclysmic asteroid strike, for example. But while that kind of cosmic predicament only occurs roughly once every 25,000 years, massive solar storms happen more frequently. These flare-ups generate gigantic clouds of energized gas and dust that can bombard Earth at speeds of roughly 2 million miles per hour. Such particles subsequently distort the planet’s magnetosphere and produce atmospheric displays like the aurora borealis. But in an interconnected and digitized world, these forces can also wreak havoc on power grids, communications systems, and satellite arrays.

However, even if agencies implement better response protocols and clearly articulate risks to the public, the fact remains that a solar storm’s lead time is incredibly short. Currently, experts are only able to accurately assess the incoming impacts of a coronal mass ejection around 30 minutes before it reaches Earth. SWORM noted “significant discussion was dedicated” to just how little a half an hour’s heads up affords agencies, and suggested developing an advanced warning system—even if it’s imprecise. 

The first US solar storm emergency drill did not go well

I am very confident TRUMP will have MUSK and Space X take a look at those measures needed to effectively give us more advanced "warning".

 
 

We’re all toast

BuckNaked » 17 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

17 minutes ago

We’re all toast

In what way?
 

MR-7 » 43 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

43 minutes ago

The federal government released the results of a multiday emergency drill intended to assess our ability to handle the next massive solar storm. Unfortunately, it sounds like there’s a lot of room for improvement. According to a report published earlier this month by the Space Weather Operations, Research, and Mitigation (SWORM) task force, institutions across […]



Experts routinely review protocols and options for the next inevitable cataclysmic asteroid strike, for example. But while that kind of cosmic predicament only occurs roughly once every 25,000 years, massive solar storms happen more frequently. These flare-ups generate gigantic clouds of energized gas and dust that can bombard Earth at speeds of roughly 2 million miles per hour. Such particles subsequently distort the planet’s magnetosphere and produce atmospheric displays like the aurora borealis. But in an interconnected and digitized world, these forces can also wreak havoc on power grids, communications systems, and satellite arrays.

However, even if agencies implement better response protocols and clearly articulate risks to the public, the fact remains that a solar storm’s lead time is incredibly short. Currently, experts are only able to accurately assess the incoming impacts of a coronal mass ejection around 30 minutes before it reaches Earth. SWORM noted “significant discussion was dedicated” to just how little a half an hour’s heads up affords agencies, and suggested developing an advanced warning system—even if it’s imprecise. 

The first US solar storm emergency drill did not go well

I am very confident TRUMP will have MUSK and Space X take a look at those measures needed to effectively give us more advanced "warning".

I love it pal

Most people think oh we pay the utility bills theres water & electric too

A "Solar Flare" can take the whole entire "Grid" down too

No Heat , No Refridgeration"

Basically Society goes back the "CAVEMAN"

 But our own Government aint exactly working on this neither
 

Only God knows what the Sun might cough up at any given moment.

*GHETTOBLASTER » 12 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

12 minutes ago

Only God knows what the Sun might cough up at any given moment.

We have known about this 50/75 years too

Our Government dont seem 2 care neither.

We also have the "Technology" Fireproof the Grid.

But its all chopped off owned by separate companies and Utillites who own that one piece got Lawyers & Lobbyists too
 

TwoIfByTea » 4 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

4 minutes ago

We have known about this 50/75 years too

Our Government dont seem 2 care neither.

We also have the "Technology" Fireproof the Grid.

But its all chopped off owned by separate companies and Utillites who own that one piece got Lawyers & Lobbyists too

Excuse me aint this a "National" SECURITY Issue as well

Be easier if the Government just owned it all too

Be no Lawyers or Court Hearings about it they just Do It and Hardwire the Grid and 4 a "Nation" too
 
 

MR-7 » 41 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

41 minutes ago

In what way?

The sun will consume all of us one day is my guess 

TwoIfByTea » 34 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

34 minutes ago

I love it pal

Most people think oh we pay the utility bills theres water & electric too

A "Solar Flare" can take the whole entire "Grid" down too

No Heat , No Refridgeration"

Basically Society goes back the "CAVEMAN"

 But our own Government aint exactly working on this neither

I'm a prepper and a realist. 22kW whole house gen...1 year of food on hand, and all the water I will need. Weapons, ammo, ect.
 

BuckNaked » 4 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

4 minutes ago

The sun will consume all of us one day is my guess

About 4.5 to 5 billion years....i wouldn't be too concerned.

The Sun is expected to consume the Earth in about 4.5 to 5 billion years. As the Sun evolves into a red giant, it will expand and potentially engulf the Earth, leading to its destruction. Before this happens, in approximately 1 to 2 billion years, the increasing heat will likely sterilize life on our planet entirely.
 

MR-7 » 13 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

13 minutes ago

I'm a prepper and a realist. 22kW whole house gen...1 year of food on hand, and all the water I will need. Weapons, ammo, ect.

What always pissed me off about "Survivalists" they all about guns and stockpiles of ammo.

Sure they gotta abunch of guns & ammo but lack the basics skills 

Do ya know the principles of Layers & Insulation keep ya warm in January "Below Zero Degrees"

Now I gotta little garden behind the house all I can grow is Tomatoes

Fresh chop em up a little Salt "Wow" thats good

So much of em I cant use em all make BLT Sandwhiches the rest I give em 2 my neighbors here ya go take em
 

TwoIfByTea » 14 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

14 minutes ago

What always pissed me off about "Survivalists" they all about guns and stockpiles of ammo.

Sure they gotta abunch of guns & ammo but lack the basics skills 

Do ya know the principles of Layers & Insulation keep ya warm in January "Below Zero Degrees"

Now I gotta little garden behind the house all I can grow is Tomatoes

Fresh chop em up a little Salt "Wow" thats good

So much of em I cant use em all make BLT Sandwhiches the rest I give em 2 my neighbors here ya go take em

I have NEVER, EVER, met a "Survivalists" or a "prepper" who doesn't
have "ADVANCED" skills. Now, there are POSERS who are lacking.


 
 

MR-7 » 17 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

17 minutes ago

I have NEVER, EVER, met a "Survivalists" or a "prepper" who doesn't
have "ADVANCED" skills. Now, there are POSERS who are lacking.

I like "Basic" Firearms like a 38 Revolver a Shotgun

Simple operation wont jam on ya neither.

Now do ya know how take "Cover" and make your shots "Count" too.

Today everybody wants a Machine Gun spray abuncha rounds all over the place 

When ya Magazine empty ya outta Ammo Im gonna jump up put a 38 Smith & Wesson thru ya Eyeballs too

Thats how it works pal I dont care what ya got.

Ya got the "Balls" and Training too

Do ya know how too "Take Cover" as well


 

Most people who own guns they just bought em

Lack very tactical skills or training they just a Gun think they tough too

TwoIfByTea » 8 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

8 minutes ago

I like "Basic" Firearms like a 38 Revolver a Shotgun

Simple operation wont jam on ya neither.

Now do ya know how take "Cover" and make your shots "Count" too.

Today everybody wants a Machine Gun spray abuncha rounds all over the place 

When ya Magazine empty ya outta Ammo Im gonna jump up put a 38 Smith & Wesson thru ya Eyeballs too

Thats how it works pal I dont care what ya got.

Ya got the "Balls" and Training too

Do ya know how too "Take Cover" as well

Please stop my friend...I'm retired military. 24 years 18B. 
 

MR-7 » 15 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

15 minutes ago

Please stop my friend...I'm retired military. 24 years 18B.

Okay I "Respect" a Veteran a retired "Service Guy"

What I hate is these morons out there buy a buncha guns cases of ammo think they '"Survivalists" too

What about Food and Heat keep ya warm 

Fresh Potable Water too that ya can drink not get sick

Look we maybe got off on the wrong foot okay.

What I hate about most "Survialist" they all about guns but no practical "Survival" Skills either



 

MR-7 » Today, 3:42 pm » wrote: ↑

Today, 3:42 pm

I'm a prepper and a realist. 22kW whole house gen...1 year of food on hand, and all the water I will need. Weapons, ammo, ect.

Same.

Cannonpointer » 4 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

4 minutes ago

Same.

I knew it...  
 

TwoIfByTea » 30 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

30 minutes ago

Okay I "Respect" a Veteran a retired "Service Guy"

What I hate is these morons out there buy a buncha guns cases of ammo think they '"Survivalists" too

What about Food and Heat keep ya warm 

Fresh Potable Water too that ya can drink not get sick

Look we maybe got off on the wrong foot okay.

What I hate about most "Survialist" they all about guns but no practical "Survival" Skills either

Nobody got off on the wrong foot, except you. I never said I was a survivalist. I said I am a "prepper". What is a Prepper?A prepper is someone that creates a plan, gathers resources, and gains skills so that they can be more prepared for emergencies, disasters, and other survival situations.
 Preppers are normal people from all walks of life that understand the need to plan ahead to prevent hardship.Preppers try to reduce their dependencies on infrastructure. There are several strategies for this, including:

• stockpiling and storing extra resources (esp. food, water, tools)
• learning survival skills
• building resilient communities
• or going off-grid

Most preppers use a combination of these strategies to better prepare themselves and their families for a wide range of potential threats. The combination they use can let you know what ‘level’ they have pushed their preparedness to.

What is Prepping and What is a Prepper? | TruePrepper

Question for you? Do you have a firearm in your Big Rig?

MR-7 » 18 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

18 minutes ago

I knew it...

I've actually got more that a year - but there is little doubt I'll be taking in a few refugees. So call it a year, But also I have hens. So there's an ongoing food source. And I know how to make dandelion greens taste good and how to make flour out of cat tails and how to forage in general. I also understand how little food a person really needs; I do a good bit of fasting.

One concern I have for my free ranging hens is that what keeps them alive is fear. The coons and coyotes don't dare come near them in the daytime (they don't wander more than a couple hundred feet in any direction), and they're locked up tight at night. But if the predators ever lose their fear, my hens are dead meat. Nothing doesn't eat chickens - not even chickens. 

It's my opinion that so long as they are not desperate, the predators will never face their fear of coming close to humans. But if they ever get hungrier than they are scared, I'm wiped out. The woods around me a deep, so that shouldn't happen - but you never know what **** cards fate can deal.