US EditionStrongest Solar Radiation Storm Since 2003 Hits Earth, Bringing Northern Lights and Possible Tech Issues
The G4 geomagnetic storm driven by an X1.9 solar flare and coronal mass ejection caused the strongest S4 radiation storm since 2003, threatening satellites and power grids.
- NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center reports Earth is under G4 geomagnetic storm and an S4 solar radiation storm, the strongest in over 20 years, triggered by an X1.9-class flare on Sunday.
- A CME followed by a large coronal hole allowed high-speed solar wind to amplify the storm, intensifying geomagnetic conditions.
- Satellite operators face possible communications and GPS disruptions, while X-radiation can cause radio blackouts and affect spacecraft and power grid operators; International Space Station astronauts shelter in shielded modules.
- Though the radiation peak has eased, NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center has notified airlines, NASA, the FAA, FEMA and power grid operators to prepare for ongoing geomagnetic activity.
- Auroras may reach unusually low latitudes, including parts of the northern U.S. and possibly Alabama and northern California, as more flares are possible soon.
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This phenomenon is the most powerful of its kind observed "since 2003." It could cause disturbances on the electrical and satellite networks and cause impressive aurora boreales to very low latitudes.
A strong solar storm started hitting the Earth yesterday and could cause disruptions to electricity networks and satellite systems, as well as triggering spectacular boreal aurora. (ANSA)
A major solar storm began on Monday to fall on Earth, and could cause disturbances on the electrical and satellite networks as well as causing impressive northern lights, warned the US weather authorities.
The Northern Lights were visible in various parts of Flanders last night. The Northern Lights are the result of a very powerful solar storm that arrived last night. View some images here.
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