Geomagnetic Storm Could Burn Out Your Phone Charger—Here’s How to Protect Your Wallet
If you’re charging your laptop or phone tonight, you might want to unplug it. A powerful geomagnetic storm is hitting Earth, and experts warn it could cause power grid fluctuations that fry sensitive electronics—including your chargers, surge protectors, and even your refrigerator’s control board. Homeowners stuck with fried gear may face out-of-pocket repair bills, as standard home warranties often exclude “acts of nature” like space weather. To protect your wallet, unplug non-essential devices now, and if blackouts hit, wait until power stabilizes before reconnecting—you don’t want to replace a $50 charger or a $400 appliance on your dime.