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Solar flares from a recent solar storm are expected to disrupt radio and GPS signals globally, with potential minor inconveniences such as brownouts and disruptions to GPS signals. Scientists warn of more frequent and intense flares in the future, but assure that the current storm is moderate and not cause for panic.
A solar storm is expected to hit Earth's atmosphere today, potentially causing disruptions to GPS, radio, and satellite systems. The storm, rated as a moderate G2 event with a chance of G3, could also lead to power grid issues and the northern lights being visible further south than usual. The storm is the result of a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the sun, triggered by magnetic activity on the sun's surface. While the general public is not expected to be significantly impacted, some technological issues may arise as the CME collides with Earth's magnetosphere.
A solar storm is expected to hit Earth's atmosphere today, potentially causing disruptions to GPS, radio, and satellite systems. The storm, rated as a moderate G2 event with a chance of G3, could also lead to power grid issues and the northern lights being visible further south than usual. The storm is the result of a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the sun, triggered by magnetic activity on the sun's surface. While the general public is not expected to be significantly impacted, some technological issues may arise as the CME collides with Earth's magnetosphere.
A solar storm is expected to hit Earth today, causing disruptions to GPS, radio, and satellite systems. The coronal mass ejection (CME) from the sun could trigger geomagnetic storms as intense as G2 or G3, leading to auroras seen further south than usual. These storms can disrupt power grids, communications, and GPS navigation, as well as pose a danger to satellites and astronauts. The impact of the solar storm depends on the strength of the CME, with more powerful storms causing more widespread disruptions.
Russian scientists have warned of powerful solar flare activity on Monday, following the observation of three solar flares on Sunday. The flares, including an X-class flare and proton flares, may interfere with short-wave communications and cause deterioration in radio conditions. Solar flares occur when magnetic fields around the sun reconnect, potentially damaging satellites and communications equipment.