Extreme solar storms create stunning auroras for Mother's Day
Space.com — May 12, 2024, 03:00 PM UTC
Summary: The northern lights illuminated the sky in Debrad, Slovakia, on May 11, 2024, due to a geomagnetic storm caused by a solar eruption. NOAA predicts severe to extreme geomagnetic storms globally on May 12. Another storm is expected on May 13. G5 conditions are rare but possible. Extreme storms can impact power grids and communications. The sun is in an active phase of its 11-year cycle.
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