NASA and other global space agencies have issued a critical warning about a massive solar storm that is headed toward Earth, potentially endangering satellites, power grids, space stations, and communication systems.
The plasma and magnetic waves from the Sun are expected to hit Earth within the next 3 to 4 days, as the Sun reaches the peak of its activity, increasing the likelihood of radio blackouts and satellite disruptions.
The third and final CME, which erupted from the Sun on August 8th, is traveling at a staggering speed of over 1,000 km/second (2.2 million miles per hour).
Past solar storms, such as the one in Quebec City, Canada, in 1989, which caused a complete blackout, and the significant storm in the U.S. in 1859, underscore the potential severity of such events.
According to a report, three separate Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) are currently heading toward Earth, with the potential to cause widespread damage, particularly in the U.S. and Europe.
Scientists warn that the radiation from the solar storm could have a global impact, affecting not just the Earth's environment but also disrupting key systems.
The solar storm is expected to mainly affect radio signals, power grids, and communication satellites, leading to disruptions in weather forecasting and other critical data collection.