NASA Warns: A Lunar Shift May Cause a Global Tsunami
NASA issued a warning on the threat of a lunar shift that may cause global tsunamis. This is a phenomenon associated with the lunar nodal cycle, a natural phenomenon that, under the influence of climate change, can cause devastating flooding in the next few decades. The risks associated and potential outcome for humanity are discussed below.
The Moon: More Hazardous Than It Appears
While the Moon has long been a source of human
intrigue, it is full of peril:
Moon Dust Toxicity: Astronauts during the Apollo
missions experienced symptoms of hay fever. New research indicates that moon
dust would be able to harm as much as 90% of human lung cells, putting lung
cancer at risk.
Past Volcanic Activity: Even though the lunar
volcanoes have been inactive for millions of years, there is always a chance
that they might erupt in the future.
Celestial Impacts: The thin atmosphere of the Moon
exposes it to impacts from asteroids, meteorites and comets, which would have
indirect consequences on Earth.
Consequences of a World without Moon
The Moon's influence extends far beyond the provision of night-time lighting:
Tides and Sea Life: The tidal tide is controlled by
the gravitational pull of the moon. Without it, the tides would be faint, which
would impact:
Marine Habitats: The area in between the high tide
mark and the low tide mark, critical to some animals, would be minimized,
leading to more competition and potential extinctions, like the California
grunterfish and some sea turtles.
Fishing and Surfing: Tidal modification would
influence both surfing and fishing, affecting coastal communities.
Earth's rotation: The Moon serves as a natural brake.
Without it, the Earth's rotation would accelerate, and the days would become
shorter.
Dark Night: The Moon is 14,000 times more luminous
than Venus. Without it, nights would be far darker.
The Lunar Nodal Cycle and the Danger of Floods
The lunar orbit wobbles every 18.6 years in a process called the lunar nodal cycle, changing the tides:
Tidal Oscillations: When the orbit of the Earth becomes distant from the equator, tides recede. When the Earth is in alignment with the equator, tides are at their peak.
Climate Change Impact: NASA explains that the pairing of sea-level rise and the lunar nodal cycle may contribute to a considerable surge in high tide flooding during the 2030s.
Effects on Coastal Communities
High tide flooding, even though less dramatic than hurricanes or tsunamis, can be of calamitous consequences:
Effects on Daily Life: Transport, going to work, and
doing business will be disrupted.
Economic Impacts: Repeated flooding can generate
damage equivalent to major natural disasters, impacting industries like
agriculture, tourism and technology.
Predictions and Preparations
Computer models predict that
Increased Flooding: U.S. coastal flooding rates may
double or triple in the next few decades, particularly in areas such as Hawaii
and Guam.
Mapping Vulnerable Areas: The most vulnerable
locations are already being watched by experts, with the exception of Alaska,
which may be defended temporarily by geological processes.
Flood Duration: Depending on the Moon, Sun and Earth's
alignment, the flooding may persist for over a month.
Conclusion
The union of climate change, sea-level rise and the wobble of the lunar orbit is threatening the world's coastlines seriously. NASA, in its Sea Level Change Team, is keeping track of the situation and putting out important facts to be able to counteract the effects. Getting ready now might be the difference between not causing irreparable harm to both the environment and local economies.
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