Solar Storms: Intense Flares and Cannibal CME Threaten Earth's Communications
NASA and other agencies report significant solar activity, including an X1.5 flare and multiple CMEs, with potential to disrupt technology and create stunning auroras.
- NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory recorded an X1.5-class solar flare on July 28, 2024.
- The flare caused radio blackouts across Asia and Australia, highlighting the power of such solar events.
- Multiple coronal mass ejections (CMEs) are expected to hit Earth, potentially causing geomagnetic storms.
- A phenomenon known as a 'cannibal CME' could enhance the impact of these solar eruptions.
- Auroras may be visible in mid-latitude regions due to the incoming solar material.
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