Fact Check – Did a satellite image show “energy waves” emanating from Antarctica?

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Claimant: Social Media (Australia)


Claim: A satellite image shows energy waves emanating from Antarctica.


Rating: FALSE


Explanation: The image resulted from a data processing glitch, not real “energy waves.” Satellite instruments can produce visual artifacts when certain sensors malfunction or misalign.


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Date: 11/04/2025




 

Last Updated on November 4, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check


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