NASA has reported a class M solar flare eruption on the Sun. It looks like a solar storm will make landfall on Earth today, June 15. It could cause GPS and radio loss in some areas. Check out details below.
NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory observed an exceptionally long eruption of a class M solar flare yesterday, June 14. Immediately after the flare died out, electromagnetic energy released into space and its impact on Earth in parts of Russia and Japan. As the energy travels at the speed of light, it arrives earlier and causes minor damage to Earth’s radio communications. However, it is expected that today, June 15, the surface mass launch (CME) will bring a large solar storm towards the planet. The delay between yesterday’s initial impact and today’s solar storm is due to the CME carrying larger charged solar particles and taking nearly 24-48 hours to reach us. Basically, since it carries more electromagnetic energy, it can also disrupt GPS signals and certain radio frequencies. Find out what to expect from this solar storm. Also read: NASA mission failed in shock! Astra rocket explosion, 2 satellites lost
Information regarding this solar storm comes from Dr. Tamitha Skov, a space weather physicist. Better known as the space weather woman, she took to Twitter to reveal the details surrounding this upcoming solar storm. She said, “NASA projections suggest a #solarstorm strike a little earlier as early as June 15. If the storm hits early, it increases the chances for #aurora. #GPS users stay alert at high latitudes and near sunrise and sunset. #Amateur #radio operators switch to lower frequencies when storms make landfall. Check out NASA’s prediction model below.
Dangerous solar storm approaches Earth on June 15
According to NASA’s prediction models, the solar storm will strike in a southeasterly direction from the north pole. It could therefore affect different parts of Europe, and Asia is more likely to be affected by this than the US mainland. Skov also warned users to be wary when using GPS at high latitudes, which means that various navigation systems including airlines will be affected. Ham radios will also be affected and users have been asked to use lower bands for the same. There is a possibility of auroras at higher latitudes if the solar wind speeds up. Also read: ISRO – NASA Space Apps 2022 challenge here; Check details, know how to participate
Solar storms have become frequent since the beginning of this year. That’s because the Sun moves toward the Sun’s maximum phase, which is part of its 11-year solar cycle. During solar maximums, solar activity including flares, solar eruptions, and solar prominences increases, and it also poses the threat of very severe solar storms. fierce for the Earth. The sun is expected to reach its solar peak in 2023.
