Geomagnetic storm warning: Solar flare to affect Earth
A significant coronal mass ejection (CME)—a massive release of solar materials and magnetic fields—is making its way toward Earth. The coronal mass ejection is triggered by a powerful M3.8 flare from sunspot region AR3835.
Geomagnetic storm expected to hit Earth following autumnal equinox
A coronal mass ejection could strike the Earth's magnetosphere this week and cause a geomagnetic storm due to conditions caused by the autumnal equinox.
Geomagnetic storm from the sun expected to blast Earth tonight — here’s what to brace for
A storm could be-fall us. Colorful leaves and cooler temperatures aren’t the only thing autumn is potentially bringing. Meteorologists predict that Earth could be blasted by a geomagnetic storm on Wednesday due to its timing with the autumnal equinox.
Geomagnetic Storm Due to Fall Equinox to Hit Earth This Week
The Earth is prone to more geomagnetic storms during the spring and fall equinoxes than throughout the solstices.
Earth to be blasted by solar storm that could take out power grids today
The outburst can interfere with power grids and cause blackouts, as well as fry satellites and interfere with GPS communications. Astronauts bopping around the Earth are also subjected to more radiation. The solar plasma hurtling towards the Earth should slam into us at about 5pm – just in time for rush hour.
Autumnal equinox makes Earth more vulnerable to geomagnetic storms
The beginning of fall over the weekend was a welcome sign for many, with the promise of cooler temperatures on the way. However, the autumnal equinox—which occurred on Sunday—can also spell some trouble for Earth.
Equinox increases chances of geomagnetic storm from solar eruption this week
The sunspot AR3835 erupted on Sunday (Sept. 22) during Earth's equinox when even a glancing blow can cause a geomagnetic storm.
Earth to be blasted by geomagnetic storm today
When most folks think of Autumn, browning leaves, crisp wind and pumpkins come to mind – for scientists, though, it’s solar storms. And one is likely to blitz the Earth today, according to meteorologists.
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Northern lights forecast: These Midwest states may catch Monday's light show
The northern lights may be on display for some northern Midwestern states Monday, thanks to a geomagnetic storm warning.
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'Strong' geomagnetic storm could produce Northern Lights farther south than usual Monday night
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'Very Strong' Solar Flare Causes Radio Blackout as Auroras Forecast Over US
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