An EMP, or electromagnetic pulse, is a burst of electromagnetic radiation that can cause damage to electronics and electrical systems. An EMP strike, whether caused by a nuclear weapon detonated in the atmosphere or by a high-altitude EMP (HEMP) device, could potentially cripple a country’s infrastructure and electronic systems.
In recent years, there has been increasing concern about the possibility of an EMP strike on the United States by Russia or China.
What is an EMP?
An EMP is a burst of electromagnetic radiation that can damage or destroy electronic devices and electrical systems. EMPs can be caused by a variety of sources, including solar storms, and nuclear explosions. When a nuclear weapon is detonated in the atmosphere, it creates a high-energy pulse of electromagnetic radiation that can damage or destroy electronic systems over a wide area.
