Centuries-Long Megastorms on Saturn: Unveiling the Lingering Scars

Megastorms on Saturn can last for centuries, leaving marks on its atmosphere. Researchers from UC Berkeley and the University of Michigan studied radio emissions from Saturn and discovered long-term disruptions in the distribution of ammonia gas. These megastorms, which occur every two to three decades, resemble Earth's hurricanes but on a much larger scale. The driving force behind these storms remains a mystery, but the findings provide a broader perspective on the largest storms in the solar system and challenge current knowledge of terrestrial meteorology.