Solar Storm Threatens Earth, Beware of Communication and Signal Interference

WASHINGTON – Geomagnetic storm from Sun storm hit Earth on March 27, 2022. A class G1 geomagnetic storm with a K-index of 5 has the potential to cause fluctuations electric network communications, and signals.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) issued a warning that this space weather phenomenon could cause widespread communication and signal disruption. In addition, the operations of spacecraft, including satellites, may be disrupted, and even migrating animals may be affected.

The US space weather agency added that the area of ​​impact was expected to be at the 60-degree pole at the Geomagnetic Latitude. This phenomenon can illuminate the sky with the aurora or northern lights, which can be seen in the upper United States, including the states of Maine and Michigan.

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“Disturbances in the Earth’s magnetic field during magnetic storms can affect electrical infrastructure and technology that uses radio waves from satellite communications. These radio waves serve as signals for equipment that relies on signals to send and receive information,” the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) provides a specific explanation, the threat of solar storms causes the global positioning system (GPS) to be inaccurate. This is because storms can heat up and damage the ionosphere, which relies on long-distance radio communications.

The orbital movement of the satellites is disturbed due to the expansion of the ionosphere. Astronauts and high-altitude pilots are at high risk of increased radiation levels.

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The emission of static electricity can damage satellite electronics. Voltage spikes can result in power outages or even power outages.

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