EARTH HIT BY INTENSE SOLAR STORM, NORTHERN LIGHTS COULD BE VISIBLE FAR SOUTH IN THE US

Mario Nawfal

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🚨EARTH HIT BY INTENSE SOLAR STORM, NORTHERN LIGHTS COULD BE VISIBLE FAR SOUTH IN THE US

An intense solar storm struck Earth on Monday, potentially bringing the northern lights to skies as far south as Alabama and northern California.

The level-four geomagnetic storm, caused by coronal mass ejections from the Sun, disrupted Earth’s magnetic field, prompting warnings to operators of sensitive infrastructure.

While the auroras offer a stunning display, solar storms can also disrupt communications, satellites, and power grids.

This event follows a series of powerful geomagnetic storms as the Sun nears its peak activity in its 11-year cycle.

Source: AFP