X-Class Solar Flare From Emerging Sunspot Causes Radio Blackouts

X-Class Solar Flare From Emerging Sunspot Causes Radio Blackouts

#news #newstoday #tech #technews #latestnews #techupdates #newsupdates A powerful X-class solar flare was unleashed by an emerging sunspot region leading to radio blackouts over large parts of North and South America. The flare was classified as X1.1 and was reported to have erupted from sunspot region AR4046. This unexpected solar…

Solar Storm to Trigger Northern Lights in US: Visibility, Timing & Impact

Solar Storm to Trigger Northern Lights in US: Visibility, Timing & Impact

#news #newstoday #tech #technews #latestnews #techupdates #newsupdates A solar storm is set to reach Earth tonight, with potential geomagnetic activity that could make the northern lights visible as far south as New York and Idaho. The event is the result of a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the Sun, which…

Massive 500,000-Mile Coronal Hole on the Sun Blasts Solar Wind Toward Earth

Massive 500,000-Mile Coronal Hole on the Sun Blasts Solar Wind Toward Earth

#news #newstoday #tech #technews #latestnews #techupdates #newsupdates A vast coronal hole, measuring approximately 800,000 kilometres across, has emerged on the surface of the sun. High-speed solar wind is being emitted from this region and is expected to reach Earth by January 31. Space weather experts indicate that this phenomenon has…

SpaceX Achieves 400 Orbital Rocket Landings with Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy

SpaceX Achieves 400 Orbital Rocket Landings with Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy

#news #newstoday #tech #technews #latestnews #techupdates #newsupdates SpaceX marked a significant achievement during the launch of 27 Starlink satellites from California on January 21, 2025. The mission, conducted from Vandenberg Space Force Base, witnessed the Falcon 9 rocket completing a successful return of its first stage to a drone ship…

Solar Storm Forecast to Trigger Northern Lights in Upper Midwest

Solar Storm Forecast to Trigger Northern Lights in Upper Midwest

#news #newstoday #tech #technews #latestnews #techupdates #newsupdates A solar storm originating from a coronal mass ejection (CME) is predicted to hit Earth between January 24 and January 25, potentially triggering auroras visible across northern regions of the United States. States like Michigan and Maine are expected to experience minor geomagnetic…

Solar Wind from Sun’s Large Coronal Hole Could Create Auroras This Weekend

Solar Wind from Sun’s Large Coronal Hole Could Create Auroras This Weekend

#news #newstoday #tech #technews #latestnews #techupdates #newsupdates A powerful stream of solar wind is expected to strike Earth this weekend due to a large coronal hole in the sun’s atmosphere, as per reports. This phenomenon could lead to striking auroral displays, particularly at higher latitudes. A smaller coronal hole adjacent…

Powerful Solar Storm Might Have Caused Widespread Auroras and Potential Disruptions, NOAA Says

Powerful Solar Storm Might Have Caused Widespread Auroras and Potential Disruptions, NOAA Says

On Thursday, a significant solar outburst impacted Earth, leading to a “severe” G4-class geomagnetic storm. This event, triggered by an enormous mass of charged particles ejected from the sun on October 8, has generated the potential for auroras to be visible much farther south than usual, possibly reaching areas like…

Severe Solar Storm Warning: NOAA Predicts Auroras Across US, Possible Power Grid Impact

Severe Solar Storm Warning: NOAA Predicts Auroras Across US, Possible Power Grid Impact

A powerful solar storm is predicted to reach Earth on Thursday, 10th October, according to forecasters from the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The storm could generate stunning auroras and affect radio communications, power grids, and satellites. NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Centre (SWPC) has issued a G4-class geomagnetic…

NASA BioSentinel Investigates Space Radiation During Major Geomagnetic Storm on Earth

NASA BioSentinel Investigates Space Radiation During Major Geomagnetic Storm on Earth

In May 2024, a remarkable geomagnetic storm, also known as solar storm, impacted Earth, resulting in vibrant auroras that captivated observers worldwide. These stunning natural displays occur when eruptions of solar plasma, known as coronal mass ejections, collide with Earth’s magnetic field. While these events are a visual delight, they…

Aurora Season in September 2024 Could Bring Vibrant Northern Lights Due to Earth’s Tilt

Aurora Season in September 2024 Could Bring Vibrant Northern Lights Due to Earth’s Tilt

September 2024 may offer a unique opportunity to witness vibrant Northern Lights, especially around the fall equinox on September 22nd. Experts predict that geomagnetic storms could be stronger than usual during this period, thanks to the Russell-McPherron Effect. This phenomenon, first detailed in a 1973 paper, suggests that Earth’s magnetic…