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The aurora borealis didn’t cause the Titanic’s crash, contrary to a new theory — but it may have affected rescue efforts

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The aurora borealis didn't cause the Titanic's crash, contrary to a new theory — but it may have affected rescue efforts

Article by Morgan McFall-Johnsen.

  • Witnesses saw a bright, long-lasting aurora the night the Titanic sank.
  • A new theory suggests that aurora came from a powerful solar storm, which could have interfered with compasses and contributed to the Titanic’s crash.
  • But there was only a small burst of solar storm-like activity that night, so it’s probably not the culprit.
  • However, the solar storm could have interfered with radio communications as the Titanic sent out SOS signals. […]

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