Overview
- NASA reports multiple active solar regions rotating into Earth view with high eruptive potential that could trigger geomagnetic storms soon.
- Risks cited include widespread power outages, satellite damage, GPS degradation, and radio communication disruptions.
- NOAA projects elevated solar activity through 2026 as Solar Cycle 25 peaks, increasing the chance of Earth‑directed coronal mass ejections.
- Enhanced monitoring via IMAP, the Carruthers Geocorona Observatory, and the SWFO‑L1 mission aims to improve detection and alerts.
- Experts note that warning lead times often range from only a few hours to slightly more than a day, exposing preparedness gaps across regions.