Breakthrough in Predicting Solar Storms Promises Better Protection for Earth's Technology

New research allows scientists to forecast the speed of coronal mass ejections before they erupt, improving space weather predictions.

Scientists can now predict the speed of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) before they fully erupt from the Sun.
The ability to forecast CMEs' speed enhances predictions of their arrival time on Earth.
CMEs can cause geomagnetic storms that disrupt satellites, power grids, and communication networks.
Researchers studied 'Active Regions' on the Sun to determine the critical height where CMEs form.
This advancement could help safeguard vital technological infrastructure from space weather impacts.