🌞 A powerful solar storm reached Earth on Thursday, sending shockwaves across our planet! The coronal mass ejection (CME) blasted off from the sun on Tuesday evening and zoomed through space at an astonishing speed of nearly 1.5 million miles per hour (2.4 million kilometers per hour), arriving at Earth’s atmosphere at 11:15 a.m. Thursday, as reported by the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
🌐 This storm has been classified at G4 (Severe) levels, and a Geomagnetic Storm Watch remains active through Thursday into Friday. What does this mean for us? The storm could interfere with ongoing recovery efforts for hurricanes Helene and Milton by causing communication glitches, putting stress on power grids, and messing with GPS services. So, if you're relying on these systems, be prepared for some hiccups!
✨ On a brighter note, if you’re in Alabama or northern California, you might catch a glimpse of the aurora tonight under clear skies – a beautiful light show courtesy of the solar activity.
Stay tuned for more updates and keep your devices charged! ⚡
