Time Trouble: NIST’s Clock Crisis Takes Synchronization Offline in Boulder!
NIST’s atomic clocks went haywire due to a power outage, causing a time crisis. As a backup generator kept servers running, staffer Jeffrey Sherman humorously suggested disabling them to avoid spreading incorrect time. With strong winds to blame, it seems even time waits for no storm!
Hot Take:
When even the atomic clocks are losing track of time, perhaps it’s time to stop blaming daylight savings and start pointing fingers at Mother Nature’s version of unplugging the alarm clock. Looks like the NIST team could use a time-out to troubleshoot their ticking troubles. Maybe they should consider having a chat with Father Time about his punctuality issues!
Key Points:
- Power outage in Boulder, Colorado impacted NIST’s atomic clock systems.
- Backup generators kicked in, but there were attempts to disable them to prevent disseminating incorrect time.
- Severe storms restricted access to the site, complicating recovery efforts.
- Xcel Energy blamed strong winds for the outage, promising power restoration within hours.
- NIST advised users to consult alternative time sources to mitigate potential disruptions.
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