Severe Geomagnetic Storm Watch for 10-11 October
A G4 magnetic storm poses significant risks to power grids, satellites, and GPS navigation systems.
Courtesy: NASA
A powerful coronal mass ejection (CME) is set to impact Earth on October 10, 2024, triggering a severe G4-class geomagnetic storm. This event, predicted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), may disrupt technology and create stunning auroras visible much farther south than usual.
The CME was propelled by an earth-facing X1.8-class solar flare that erupted from the sun on October 8.
Solar Cycle Context
This event occurs during Solar Cycle 25, which is approaching its solar maximum—a period characterized by increased solar activity. The current cycle was initially expected to peak in 2025; however, recent observations suggest that we may already be experiencing heightened activity levels. As a result, more frequent and intense solar storms could occur in the coming months.
Source: NOAA
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