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As I understand it, solar storms can cause issues with very-large-systems that span long distances. Inducing current etc, which then could damage equipment. I'
by bruce511 2y ago
As I understand it, solar storms can cause issues with very-large-systems that span long distances. Inducing current etc, which then could damage equipment.
I'm unsure if there's any precautions individual offices or housing can (or should?) take. I assume your "local substation blows up" before the errant current can get to you.
However these are just my impressions, I'm no engineer, and I'd love someone who knows to step in and confirm or deny.
- dylan604 2y agowhat about the long lines in between the local substation and you? why would they not be susceptible to this as well? at the end of the day, you are responsible for the equipment in your house regardless of what protections you think the service may or may not have. surge protectors are available. battery back ups are available. even line conditioners are available.
- talldatethrow 2y agoYou could flip the main breaker to your house off at the panel.
- sliken 2y agoYes, like the carrington event that caused some telegraphs stations to catch fire. Said telegraph lines were low voltage, 5-12v I believe. Trick is long distance power lines tend to have very high voltages, to save on the cost of copper. Said lines will be a boost from Geomagnetic storms, but not enough to noticeably change the voltage on a high voltage line.