UK can cope with solar superstorm
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Solar storm is serious
problem in UK but not critical.
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Various systems will face
the problem so they must be well prepared.
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GPS and aircraft avionics
will be affected.
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Radio waves may have some conflicts
with the radiation.
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UK electrical grid is well
prepared to resist these radiations.
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One of ten satellites could
shut down annually due to radiation damage.
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Communication technology
will face some problems.
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Some health hazards
especially for aircraft passengers but it wouldn’t be critical.
References
Amos, J. (n.d.).
BBC News - UK 'can cope with solar superstorm'. BBC - Homepage.
Retrieved February 17, 2013, from
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-21357909
