2012 Disaster by Massive Sun Storm?

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The movie 2012 became a big hit last year. And since then, the popularity of 2012 as the year when the world will end has increased dramatically.

Well, let's add more buzz to that with this intriguing scientific news. News.com.au posted an article regarding the latest findings of astronomers. Based on their study, a massive solar storm could hit the earth the years to come. And based on their estimates, the date will be sometime in 2012? Coincidence? :-)

For those who are not well acquainted with "sun storms", you can do some research on Wikipedia. But basically, sun storms is an astronomical event when the sun's activity increases rapidly characterized by high energy solar flares and prominences. The huge amount of energy released by the sun reaches the earth causing disturbances especially in communication technologies.

The last major sun storm occurred in September 1859 disrupting the telegraph system all over Europe. According to solar astronomers, the coming solar storm will be much stronger and destructive.

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Sun storm to hit with 'force of 100m bombs' | News.com.au

Stronger Solar Storms Ahead!

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The Sun will be getting more active in a few years from now. Scientists predicts that the solar activity will get higher causing stronger solar storms which affects the satellites and many communication tools such as GPS and radio communications.

The damage it may cause to earth can be reduced only by proper warning based on a deeper understanding of the phenomenon. Scientist are currently working to improve their knowledge and hence give timely and accurate warnings.

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More Active Sun Means Nasty Solar Storms Ahead - Yahoo! News