Study warns space weather could disrupt railway signals and cause crashes
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Michael Le Page
Summary
Research from Lancaster University warns that space weather (solar storms) could disrupt railway signaling systems, potentially turning red signals green and causing fatal train crashes. The study highlights vulnerabilities in electrical systems across UK railways and other countries, emphasizing the need for preparedness against geomagnetic disturbances caused by solar activity.
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bskyStudy warns space weather could disrupt railway signals and cause crashesnewscientist.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledYou could have disruptions to signalling systems, which are crucial to railway safety.
We have to prepare for these things now, and getting that message across, I think, is really important.
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