Major Geomagnetic Storm Expected to Trigger Auroras Across U.S.

A powerful solar flare and coronal mass ejection are set to impact Earth, potentially causing widespread auroras and minor disruptions.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a strong geomagnetic storm this weekend, rated 3 out of 5 on the severity scale.
Auroras may be visible as far south as Illinois and Oregon, with potential for sightings in Alabama and Northern California if the storm intensifies.
The storm follows an X9.0 solar flare, the most powerful since 2017, which caused radio blackouts over parts of Africa and Europe.
Solar activity is heightened as the sun approaches the peak of its 11-year cycle, with more geomagnetic storms likely in the coming years.
While the storm may cause minor disruptions to high-frequency radio communications, significant impacts on power systems are not expected.