Strong solar storm is coming, scientists warned
October 5, 20242 Mins Read

Science and Technology Desk: Scientists recently detected a huge solar storm. This X7.1-class solar storm can produce geomagnetic storms and spectacular auroras.

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When a large amount of energy is stored in the Sun's magnetic field and it is suddenly released. Then there is a solar storm.

During a solar storm, solar flares are created on the sun's chest. These flares shoot huge amounts of radiation from the Sun's surface towards Earth. It contains ionized particles. If these particles hit the Earth's magnetic field, it can cause a radio blackout.

Another phenomenon that occurs during solar storms is called coronal mass ejections. That is, a huge plasma cloud of electrons from the sun is thrown towards the earth. When these ejections mix with the Earth's magnetosphere, geomagnetic storms are formed.

This X7.1-class storm is a type of X-Class solar flare.

They are among the most powerful storms in the solar system. These storms can affect Earth's magnetic field. As a result, satellite communications, radio signals, and power grids can have significant impacts.
Solar storms can disrupt high frequency radio signals. In particular, sea and air communication may be disrupted as a result.

Satellites may be damaged by the storm. As a result, the GPS system and our daily GPS navigation can be negatively affected.

The energy of geomagnetic storms can cause additional stress on electrical grids. This can cause power outages.

Solar particles from solar storms enter the Earth's atmosphere and create beautiful auroras at the North or South Pole. This beauty can also be seen in southern or mid latitudes beyond the polar regions.

Source: Live Science