Solar storms that occurred over the weekend are expected to bring about faint, colorful auroras across the Northern Hemisphere, with minimal disruptions to power and communications systems, according to space forecasters. The sun has released several powerful solar flares since Saturday, each containing high-energy plasma clouds that can potentially cause issues with power grids and GPS signals. Despite these occurrences, there have not been any significant problems with communication reported, as noted by NOAA spokesperson Erica Grow Cei.
In May, notably intense solar storms resulted in impressive aurora displays across the Northern Hemisphere. While the current event is expected to be shorter in duration, it may still generate faint auroras that could be visible as far south as Alabama and Northern California on Monday night. The sun’s magnetic field is presently at the peak of its 11-year cycle, leading to more frequent storms and aurora displays.
