Upcoming Geomagnetic Storms and Solar Flares: What to Expect in Early June 2024 Photo : APSolar weather is ramping up!
NOAA forecasters have issued an alert regarding a possible G1-class geomagnetic storm on June 4th.
Space weather forecasters say that this solar storm impact challenging due to the presence of two simultaneous CMEs—one directed towards Earth and the other away from it.
In addition to the geomagnetic storm forecast, NOAA has also indicated a potential for radio blackouts due to recent solar flare activity.
Between June 3rd and June 5th, there is an expectation of R1-R2 (Minor-Moderate) radio blackouts.
Upcoming Geomagnetic Storms and Solar Flares: What to Expect in Early June 2024 Photo : AP
Solar weather is ramping up! NOAA forecasters have issued an alert regarding a possible G1-class geomagnetic storm on June 4th. This storm is anticipated to occur when a Coronal Mass Ejection ( CME ) grazes Earth 's magnetic field. The CME, which was launched into space on June 1st, originated from a complex double solar flare , the X1-class and the M7-class, spaceweather.com reported.
Space weather forecasters say that this solar storm impact challenging due to the presence of two simultaneous CMEs—one directed towards Earth and the other away from it. After careful analysis, experts have been able to model the trajectory of the Earth-bound CME accurately.
Solar flares, particularly those classified as X-class, are the most intense and can disrupt communications and navigation signals on the Earth's sunlit side. The energy from these flares can cause significant disturbances in the ionosphere, leading to degraded or completely lost radio signals.
NOAA AlertAccording to the NOAA alert, “Periods of G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storms are likely on 4th June due to the potential glancing-blow arrival of the 01 Jun CME.” These geomagnetic storms, although classified as minor, can still cause minor fluctuations in power grids and have a small impact on satellite operations. Additionally, auroras may be visible at higher latitudes.
In addition to the geomagnetic storm forecast, NOAA has also indicated a potential for radio blackouts due to recent solar flare activity. Between June 3rd and June 5th, there is an expectation of R1-R2 (Minor-Moderate) radio blackouts. These blackouts can affect high-frequency radio communications, which are essential for aviation, maritime operations, and amateur radio operators. Furthermore, there is a chance for more intense R3 (Strong) or greater events during this period, NOAA alerted.
