The ongoing solar storm troubles for Earth show no signs of abating. In the span of a week, two storms, classified as G3 and G1, have already occurred, and there is a chance that another one may occur soon. However, unlike the previous incidents, this upcoming storm will not be caused by coronal mass ejections (CMEs). Instead, it is believed that fast-moving solar winds will be responsible. On October 28, a similar storm occurred due to a crack in Earth’s magnetic fields, but this time, that is not the case.…

Fortunately, there were no solar storm incidents on Halloween, unlike the memorable event in 2003 when NASA’s Solar and Heliospheric Observatory had to temporarily lower its altitude and Sweden experienced a one-hour power outage. However, the Earth is not yet out of danger. A recent magnetic filament eruption in the Sun’s ‘canyon of fire’ region led to the release of a new coronal mass ejection (CME). Initially, NASA detected it but predicted that it might not impact our planet. However, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) now forecasts that…

The initial prediction on October 28 warned of an approaching solar storm that would hit the Earth in a few days. As anticipated, the event occurred on October 30, but surprisingly, it did not involve a coronal mass ejection (CME). Instead, a significant opening appeared on the Sun, releasing a continuous flow of solar winds. These swift solar winds reached our planet yesterday, causing a G1-class solar storm. Images from the NASA Solar Dynamic Observatory displayed the hole responsible for the escape of solar winds. According to a SpaceWeather report,…

Just a few days ago, an unexpected solar storm occurred, causing auroras in the Arctic Circle. The cause of this storm was unclear as no coronal mass ejection (CME) was anticipated. However, it was discovered that a breach in the magnetosphere allowed solar radiation to penetrate easily. Now, a similar incident is imminent, but with much greater intensity. A massive aperture has formed on the Sun, releasing a continuous flow of solar winds. According to predictions, these winds will reach Earth on October 30, potentially triggering a solar storm. Images…

Astronomers and space weather physicists are puzzled by the solar storm event that occurred on October 20. The storm was caused by two coronal mass ejections (CME) that grazed the Earth instead of directly hitting it. These CMEs were relatively small and not expected to carry a significant amount of solar matter or electromagnetic charge. However, their impact was unexpectedly strong, surpassing some of the most powerful CMEs observed in recent times. This is confusing because forecasters had predicted a G1-class intensity for the storm, and although it was indeed…

A powerful magnetic filament on the Sun erupted on Monday, October 16. The eruption occurred on the active sunspot AR3467, which had previously shown signs of containing a significant amount of delta energy. The eruption was so massive that it expelled solar matter and plasma into space, known as a coronal mass ejection (CME). The CME is currently heading towards Earth, although NASA models suggest that a direct impact is unlikely. However, it is anticipated that the CME will pass close enough to cause a solar storm, which is expected…

If you’ve been wondering about the recent increase in solar activity, it’s important to know that scientists have predicted the peak of the current solar cycle to occur in mid-2025. This peak, known as the Solar Maximum, represents the time when solar activity reaches its highest point within the 12-year cycle. This also explains why there have been two separate solar flare incidents in the past day, both causing radio disruptions on Earth. Additionally, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) has identified a concerning sunspot with a powerful delta charge that…

We have been fortunate so far with solar storms, despite several close calls. Although multiple solar flares have occurred recently, only one resulted in a coronal mass ejection (CME) reaching Earth. However, the situation may change due to the latest eruption in the sunspot region AR3452. The NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory observed the eruption, which reportedly occurred on the eastern side of the Sun. If a CME was directed towards Earth, another solar storm event could occur within the next 48 hours. The official X account of Space Weather Live,…

According to recent reports, October is expected to have the same level of solar activity as the previous month. Currently, there are eight active sunspot regions on the side of the Sun facing Earth, and any of these regions could potentially cause dangerous coronal mass ejections (CME) if they were to explode. On October 3, one such explosion occurred, resulting in a solar flare and the ejection of a massive CME towards our planet. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts that this CME will reach Earth on Saturday,…

Yesterday, scientists observed an unstable sunspot called AR3450 heading towards Earth. There were concerns that any explosions in this area could cause a geoeffective coronal mass ejection (CME) and result in a solar storm. However, no such activity has occurred yet. Despite this, a recent report has revealed that September experienced three separate solar storm events, two of which were particularly intense and reached the mid-latitude regions. As we approach the peak of the 11-year Solar Cycle, known as the Solar Maximum, in October, there is uncertainty about what lies…