Solar Eruption During Equinox Raises Potential for Geomagnetic Storm This Week
A potential geomagnetic storm is expected to impact Earth on Wednesday, September 25, following a large eruption from sunspot AR3835. This eruption, known as a coronal mass ejection (CME), occurred unexpectedly on Sunday,
Geomagnetic Storm Due to Fall Equinox to Hit Earth This Week
The Earth is prone to more geomagnetic storms during the spring and fall equinoxes than throughout the solstices.
Autumnal equinox makes Earth more vulnerable to geomagnetic storms
The beginning of fall over the weekend was a welcome sign for many, with the promise of cooler temperatures on the way. However, the autumnal equinox—which occurred on Sunday—can also spell some trouble for Earth.
Earth to be blasted by geomagnetic storm today
When most folks think of Autumn, browning leaves, crisp wind and pumpkins come to mind – for scientists, though, it’s solar storms. And one is likely to blitz the Earth today, according to meteorologists.
Geomagnetic storm from the sun expected to blast Earth tonight — here’s what to brace for
A coronal mass ejection — when plasma and magnetic particles burst forth from the sun’s surface — occurred on Sunday, the same day as the official start of fall, Space.com reported. It reportedly occurred when a sunspot called AR3835 unexpectedly spouted an M-class solar flare — something scientists hadn’t predicted,
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Northern lights forecast: These Midwest states may catch Monday's light show
The northern lights may be on display for some northern Midwestern states Monday, thanks to a geomagnetic storm warning.
Severe solar storm triggers magnificent northern lights unusually far south
The northern lights visible across the United States after a solar flare were the most widespread and intense aurora show ...
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Auroras Spotted Over US As More Forecast Tonight
A coronal mass ejection (CME) flung out from the sun's surface triggered a G3 geomagnetic storm on Sunday night, and two more may be about to hit the Earth, causing G1 or G2 storms. This could ...
Astrophotographer captures the beauty of solar activity in stunning sun photo
Astrophotographer Miguel Claro captured an incredibly detailed timelapse of solar activity, revealing a roiling sun sprouting ...
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A Perfect Storm of Solar Activity Is About to Unleash an Amazing Show
It's when all these solar outbursts hit Earth that it gets really interesting. There are several effects we can expect. The ...
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Artist's Concept of Coronal Mass Ejection Cannibalism (2 of 2) (VIDEO)
This sequence of images is from a computer animation illustrating an artist's concept of Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) cannibalism. Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) are clouds of electrified ...
'Strong' geomagnetic storm could produce Northern Lights farther south than usual Monday night
Charged particles crashing into Earth are expected to create strong solar storm conditions early Monday morning, prompting a ...
Vibrant northern lights seen across New Hampshire overnight
Wow! Many u local New Hampshire users were able to capture pictures of the dazzling northern lights! Did you see them?