Viral Social Media Claim About Gravity Loss is False
A strange theory has been spreading quickly across social media platforms in South Africa. The posts claim that the Earth will lose its gravity for seven seconds on 12 August. According to these viral messages, this event would cause people and objects that are not tied down to float into the air.
Scientists have quickly responded to these claims to clear up the confusion. Experts confirm that there is no scientific evidence to support the idea that gravity could simply stop working. Gravity is a constant force caused by the mass of the Earth, and it does not have an "off switch."
This is not the first time that false scientific theories have gone viral online. Often, these stories are created as jokes or to get attention on social media. Experts advise the public to always check official sources, such as space agencies or reputable news outlets, before believing information about space or physics.
South Africans can rest assured that their daily lives will continue as normal next Wednesday. You do not need to worry about floating away or securing your furniture. Gravity remains stable, and there is no reason to be concerned about this internet rumour.