As we are moving closer to the solar maximum, there is a significant increase in activity on the Sun. This heightened activity is seen in the rising frequency of CME, solar flares, solar winds, and more being generated by the Sun. In simple terms, these activities can lead to the sparking of geomagnetic storms on Earth, which can create havoc with power infrastructure and electronic components. It can cause severe blackouts and downing of GPS and even the Internet in case the storm is severe enough. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center/Joy Ng)
1/5 As we are moving closer to the solar maximum, there is a significant increase in activity on the Sun. This heightened activity is seen in the rising frequency of CME, solar flares, solar winds, and more being generated by the Sun. In simple terms, these activities can lead to the sparking of geomagnetic storms on Earth, which can create havoc with power infrastructure and electronic components. It can cause severe blackouts and downing of GPS and even the Internet in case the storm is severe enough. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center/Joy Ng)
According to recent reports, three CMEs are traveling towards Earth which can lead to Geomagnetic storms. The first two CMEs are said to be the least effective. If these two CMEs combine to form a cannibal CME, then the situation might change. The third one is predicted to be hazardous and we may witness a G2-class geomagnetic storm today. (Pexels)
2/5 According to recent reports, three CMEs are traveling towards Earth which can lead to Geomagnetic storms. The first two CMEs are said to be the least effective. If these two CMEs combine to form a cannibal CME, then the situation might change. The third one is predicted to be hazardous and we may witness a G2-class geomagnetic storm today. (Pexels)
As mentioned in a report by SpaceWeather.com, “as many as three CMEs could make contact with Earth's magnetic field. The first two CMEs are mostly off-target, but they could deliver glancing blows on Nov. 4th. If they combine to form a Cannibal CME, the result could be a minor G1-class geomagnetic storm”. (Pixabay)
3/5 As mentioned in a report by SpaceWeather.com, “as many as three CMEs could make contact with Earth's magnetic field. The first two CMEs are mostly off-target, but they could deliver glancing blows on Nov. 4th. If they combine to form a Cannibal CME, the result could be a minor G1-class geomagnetic storm”. (Pixabay)
The reports suggest that the third CME originated from “a complex eruption of magnetic filaments”. It occurred in the northern hemisphere of the Sun. According to NASA, this third CME might hit Earth today during late night and can cause a geomagnetic storm. (NASA)
4/5 The reports suggest that the third CME originated from “a complex eruption of magnetic filaments”. It occurred in the northern hemisphere of the Sun. According to NASA, this third CME might hit Earth today during late night and can cause a geomagnetic storm. (NASA)
To Keep track of the Sun’s behavior and keep an eye on solar activity, NOAA carries out various operations with the help of its DSCOVR satellite. The data received from the satellite is decoded by the Space Weather Prediction Center and they prepare the final analysis. (REUTERS)
5/5 To Keep track of the Sun’s behavior and keep an eye on solar activity, NOAA carries out various operations with the help of its DSCOVR satellite. The data received from the satellite is decoded by the Space Weather Prediction Center and they prepare the final analysis. (REUTERS)