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4chan says EMP would have destroyed the cellphones so it's fake
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That claim is misleading—cellphones can survive a nuclear EMP, especially if they’re not connected to power or shielded by surrounding materials. So footage of a nuclear-like explosion captured on phones is not automatically fake.
Why Cellphones Can Survive an EMP
EMP (Electromagnetic Pulse) from a nuclear blast can damage electronics, but the effect depends on:
Altitude of detonation: High-altitude bursts produce widespread EMP; ground-level blasts have more localized effects
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Distance from the blast: EMP strength drops with distance. A phone several miles away may experience little to no disruption.
Shielding: Phones in pockets, cars, or buildings are partially shielded from EMP effects
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Not plugged in: Devices connected to power grids are more vulnerable. A phone running on battery is less likely to be damaged
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Real-World Testing
A 2022 study by SEMPRE and Jaxon Engineering found that commercial smartphones like the iPhone 12 and Galaxy S21 Ultra survived EMP testing
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These tests suggest that modern phones have some resilience, especially when not exposed directly or when shielded.
Why 4chan Might Say It’s Fake
Trolling culture: 4chan often spreads misinformation or oversimplified “debunkings” to stir debate.
Gatekeeping: Dismissing footage as fake based on flawed logic is a way to control narratives or mock outsiders.
Misunderstanding EMP physics: Many assume EMP is an instant, universal electronics killer—this is a Hollywood myth, not scientific reality
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Bottom Line
Footage of a massive explosion, even one resembling a nuclear blast, can be real and captured on cellphones. The presence of video doesn’t disprove the event—it just means the conditions weren’t sufficient to fry nearby electronics.
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