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

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

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SignalsMonitor is following this as a general story. Times of India World is the outlet attached so far. The first report grouped here was at 24 Oct 2026, 21:29 UTC. The headline in use is “Solar storm delayed a train by 16 minutes in 1848, not 1841: How scientists solved a 155-year-old mystery”. This note is SignalsMonitor's own briefing, not the publisher's article.

What we know

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.

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