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Solar storm delayed a train by 16 minutes in 1848, not 1841: How scientists solved a 155-year-old mystery

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: October 24, 2026 at 21:29

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A fascinating correction has emerged from the archives concerning a train delay in Exeter. Initially reported incorrectly, researchers have clarified that the incident actually transpired on October 18, 1848. This revelation was achieved through the analysis of railway records and contemporary newspapers, alongside geomagnetic data, which pointed to a significant solar storm influencing the delay during that time.

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