THE DAY THE SUN BROUGHT DARKNESS:

 Thirty-five years ago today, the greatest solar storm of the Space Age engulfed our planet. A powerful coronal mass ejection (CME) hit Earth early on March 13, 1989, and within 90 seconds, the entire Hydro-Québec power grid failed

 During the 9-hour blackout that followed, millions of Quebecois found themselves with no light or heat.
Happy Anniversary? Maybe. Power grids are better prepared today, and might be able to withstand a similar storm in 2024.

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