Scary Storm on Mars could Doom Rovers

Space programs are currently worried about giant dust storm that could potentially prevent rovers from landing on Mars for future space missions. This dust storm covers almost the entire southern hemisphere. Now a threat of a second large dust storm further adds to the complications. The first storm reduced reduced direct sunlight by nearly 99 percent. There is huge controversy whether the rovers would have enough power during the day. However many scientists are still optimistic about the future. "The worst case scenario is that enough dust in the sky decreases solar energy to the point that we have to shut down too many things to save power. The rovers keep their battery alive by keeping their electronics alive." Lemmon said. Only further tests and time will tell whether the rover missions will commence as planned.