2024-10-15 23:55:09
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Solar Activity Peaks: A Year of Aurora and Storms Ahead
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The sun's solar cycle is approaching its peak, leading to increased solar storms and auroras visible in the UK for the first time in over 20 years. Solar storms are caused by the sun's release of matter and magnetic fields, which can disturb Earth's magnetic field and create the Northern Lights. The latest storm was classified as a G4 (severe) event on the NOAA Space Weather Scale, while a previous storm in May 2024 was a G5 (extreme) event. The Space Environment and Radio Engineering (SERENE)..
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Missed out on the northern lights? Scientists expect more solar storms to produce auroras
The sun's active period is expected to last for at least another year, producing more colorful auroras farther south. Solar storms can temporarily disrupt power and communications, and in May, NOAA issued a rare severe geomagnetic storm warning. NASA's Kelly Korreck said more good shows are likely in the next few months, while NOAA's Bill Murtagh is keeping a close eye on the sun to prepare for any major disruptions.
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Sun reaches maximum phase in 11-year solar cycle
The sun has reached solar maximum, a high-activity phase that can cause geomagnetic storms, auroras, and disrupt technology. The Solar Cycle Prediction Panel, an international group, works with NASA and NOAA to predict solar cycles. New NASA missions will study space weather.
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Astronomy: NASA: Likely Another Year of Maximum Solar Activity
NASA forecasts approximately 1 more year of maximum solar activity; Aurora Borealis likely to remain visible.
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