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| A protracted magnetic storm K-index 4 has begun on Earth |
| 2024-05-24 |
| Direct Translation via Google Translate. Edited. [Regnum] On May 22, another magnetic storm covered the Earth. Its strength according to the internationally accepted K-index indicator is not very high and reaches 4 (out of 9 possible) points. However, the storm is expected to last for a long time, and it could negatively affect the operation of power grids, satellite systems and other technologies. A special blow threatens residents of Primorye, reports UssurMedia news agency. Experts predict that the geomagnetic storm will end on May 25. For four days, the atmosphere will absorb bursts of solar energy. As a result, weather-sensitive people may experience headaches, muscle pain, and general weakness. The previous magnetic storm was recorded in early May. Its power was 9 points, which is why it was recognized as a record in the 21st century. Residents of some southern regions could even observe the northern lights, which were unusual for this area. The K-index, an indicator of geomagnetic activity, was introduced in 1938. It represents the deviation of the Earth's magnetic field over a three-hour interval - from 0 to 9 points. Related: Magnetic storm 05/16/2024 The highest class X flare occurred on May 14 on the Sun Magnetic storm 05/12/2024 Magnetic storm on Earth has reached its peak. Auroras will intensify Magnetic storm 05/10/2024 NOAA says tonight's 'cannibal' solar storm could be worst in 165 YEARS and cause GPS and power outages - as they reveal exact time it'll hit |
| Posted by:badanov |
| #6 Cosmic Rays, like the periodic 'snow' one sees from digital cameras. |
| Posted by: Skidmark 2024-05-24 23:40 |
| #5 Gravis, you might want to talk to the ISS astronauts about the "retinal tear". They report having a continuous problem with it. |
| Posted by: ed in texas 2024-05-24 13:08 |
| #4 nothing about this on space.com |
| Posted by: Lord Garth 2024-05-24 09:28 |
| #3 #2 sorry Ed, those flashes might be from a retinal tear, please get your eyes checked |
| Posted by: Gravising Fillmore3718 2024-05-24 08:56 |
| #2 Plus those weird flashes of light you see while your eyes are closed. |
| Posted by: ed in texas 2024-05-24 08:04 |
| #1 weather-sensitive people may experience headaches, muscle pain, and general weakness So...an everyday thing. |
| Posted by: Skidmark 2024-05-24 02:12 |