What REALLY happens during an EMP?

We've heard a lot in recent years about the dangers of an EMP (electromagnetic pulse). The power grid will go down, communications will be toasted, and some have even claimed that 90% of the population will be wiped out! This begs the questions: How bad is it, really? What actually happens during an EMP? Is the threat real, or have we all been watching too many Hollywood movies? Join me for a look at the complex reality of EMPs!

Military specs for EMP protection:
- http://everyspec.com/MIL-STD/MIL-STD-0100-0299/MIL-STD-188_125-1_24887/
- http://everyspec.com/MIL-STD/MIL-STD-0300-0499/MIL-STD-464C_28312/

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