Science & Technology

Start of Powerful Geomagnetic Solar Storms

In May 2024, a remarkable series of geomagnetic storms began, characterized as the most powerful since the 2003 Halloween solar storms. Triggered by significant solar activity, particularly coronal mass ejections (CMEs), the storms impacted Earth’s magnetic field, leading to dazzling auroras visible across many regions. Various technologies faced disruptions, including GPS and communications. The storms arose from an active solar cycle, depicting nature's influence on technological systems.

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