On September 1 and 2 of 1859, people all over the world were treated to something quite rare. Auroras were seen in the skies as far south as the Caribbean and as far north as Brisbane, Australia.

However, some astronomers and telegraph operators experienced something different.

If this same event were to happen today, it might bring out society to its knees.

Learn more about the Carrington Event and what it means for our modern world, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.
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