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Solar Storm to Trigger Northern Lights in US: Visibility, Timing & Impact
A solar storm is expected to reach Earth tonight, potentially creating auroras visible as far south as New York and Idaho. The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) of NOAA forecasts a G1-class geomagnetic storm, with a possibility of stronger G2 conditions. This may lead to disruptions in GPS and radio signals. The best time to witness the northe...
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X-Class Solar Flare Erupts on the Sun, Earth-Directed CME Might Have Been Released
A powerful X1.3-class solar flare erupted from the sun on 12 September 2024, potentially boosting aurora visibility across the US this weekend. The flare, which caused a geomagnetic storm rated at G3, also disrupted radio signals in various regions. NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center is closely monitoring this solar activity as more flares ar...
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Sunspots Surge to 23-Year High as Solar Maximum Intensifies Beyond Predictions
August saw the highest number of sunspots since September 2001, surpassing forecasts and signalling a more intense solar maximum. The Space Weather Prediction Center had initially predicted a weaker solar cycle, but recent data shows sunspot numbers have far exceeded these predictions, indicating a robust peak in solar activity. This trend could le...
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Strongest Geomagnetic Storm In 6 Years Hits Earth: All You Need To Know
The Earth, on Sunday, was hit by the most powerful solar storm in nearly six years, causing "a major disturbance" in the planet's magnetic field.
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Solar Storm To Hit Earth Today, May Spark Auroras And Power Cuts
The storm is likely to cause some aurora displays and minor disruptions in electrical grids, navigation, and communication systems.
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Geomagnetic Storm Set To Hit Earth Today After Filament Eruption From Sun
The geomagnetic storm heading towards the Earth will be a minor one, according to NOAA. It was generated by solar activity on March 3.
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NASA Captures Images Of Strong Solar Flares
Two high-intensity solar flares were emitted Wednesday, the second of which was the most intense recorded since the start of this sun cycle in December 2008, NASA said.
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Holes In The Sun Threaten To Throw Birds, GPS Off Course
Birds flying north for the spring and humans relying on global positioning satellites to navigate could get a little lost this weekend.
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Sun Experiences Seasonal Changes: Study
The Sun undergoes a type of seasonal variability with its activity waxing and waning over the course of nearly two years, according to a new study which could lead to better prediction of space weather events.
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SpaceX Poised to Launch Resurrected Space Weather Satellite
A $340 million sun-observing spacecraft that was initially dreamed up by former US vice president Al Gore is finally poised to launch on Sunday after being kept in storage by NASA for years.
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Scientists: 'Extreme' Solar Storm Heading to Earth
Scientists say an extreme solar flare is blasting its way to Earth and could disrupt some power grids, satellites and radio transmissions.
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Solar Storm to Trigger Northern Lights in US: Visibility, Timing & Impact
A solar storm is expected to reach Earth tonight, potentially creating auroras visible as far south as New York and Idaho. The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) of NOAA forecasts a G1-class geomagnetic storm, with a possibility of stronger G2 conditions. This may lead to disruptions in GPS and radio signals. The best time to witness the northe...
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X-Class Solar Flare Erupts on the Sun, Earth-Directed CME Might Have Been Released
A powerful X1.3-class solar flare erupted from the sun on 12 September 2024, potentially boosting aurora visibility across the US this weekend. The flare, which caused a geomagnetic storm rated at G3, also disrupted radio signals in various regions. NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center is closely monitoring this solar activity as more flares ar...
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Sunspots Surge to 23-Year High as Solar Maximum Intensifies Beyond Predictions
August saw the highest number of sunspots since September 2001, surpassing forecasts and signalling a more intense solar maximum. The Space Weather Prediction Center had initially predicted a weaker solar cycle, but recent data shows sunspot numbers have far exceeded these predictions, indicating a robust peak in solar activity. This trend could le...
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Strongest Geomagnetic Storm In 6 Years Hits Earth: All You Need To Know
The Earth, on Sunday, was hit by the most powerful solar storm in nearly six years, causing "a major disturbance" in the planet's magnetic field.
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Solar Storm To Hit Earth Today, May Spark Auroras And Power Cuts
The storm is likely to cause some aurora displays and minor disruptions in electrical grids, navigation, and communication systems.
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Geomagnetic Storm Set To Hit Earth Today After Filament Eruption From Sun
The geomagnetic storm heading towards the Earth will be a minor one, according to NOAA. It was generated by solar activity on March 3.
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NASA Captures Images Of Strong Solar Flares
Two high-intensity solar flares were emitted Wednesday, the second of which was the most intense recorded since the start of this sun cycle in December 2008, NASA said.
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Holes In The Sun Threaten To Throw Birds, GPS Off Course
Birds flying north for the spring and humans relying on global positioning satellites to navigate could get a little lost this weekend.
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Sun Experiences Seasonal Changes: Study
The Sun undergoes a type of seasonal variability with its activity waxing and waning over the course of nearly two years, according to a new study which could lead to better prediction of space weather events.
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SpaceX Poised to Launch Resurrected Space Weather Satellite
A $340 million sun-observing spacecraft that was initially dreamed up by former US vice president Al Gore is finally poised to launch on Sunday after being kept in storage by NASA for years.
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Scientists: 'Extreme' Solar Storm Heading to Earth
Scientists say an extreme solar flare is blasting its way to Earth and could disrupt some power grids, satellites and radio transmissions.
