A significant geomagnetic storm similar to one that brought widespread auroras to unusual locations in May may bring the Northern Lights to the Chicago area.
A significant geomagnetic storm similar to one that brought widespread auroras to unusual locations in May may bring the Northern Lights to the Chicago area, with numerous sightings reported throughout much of the Eastern United States.
Fluctuations in the number of solar particles hitting Earth's atmosphere is difficult to predict, according to officials, but the effects of the CME could stick around for several days.Though the lights may be visible with the naked eye, pictures taken with digital cameras may make auroras more visible.
A consequence of the solar storm could be impacted communications, which could hinder rescue efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. According to officials, systems that “depend on low-Earth orbit satellites or high-frequence communication” could be interrupted, along with GPS navigation systems.
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