Solar Storms Threaten Earth's Technology and Illuminate Skies Across Multiple States

Powerful solar storms, caused by a coronal mass ejection (CME), are expected to hit Earth on Friday, potentially disrupting radio, GPS, and satellite communication. The storms, categorized as G2 by NOAA, could be as powerful as G3-class storms and may generate vivid auroras. While the upcoming solar storm is expected to be relatively mild, it could still cause minor disruptions to high-latitude communication systems. Solar flares, which can emit harmful radiation, pose no direct threat to human health due to Earth's protective atmosphere.