The strongest magnetic storm in three months has begun on Earth

The strongest magnetic storm in three months began on Earth due to the impact of a coronal hole on the Sun. This was announced on September 15 at the Laboratory of Solar Astronomy at the Institute of Space Research (IKI) of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

"The event was predicted in general terms a few days ago, but the strength of the storm became unexpected and is currently significantly exceeding calculations. <...> The last time an event of comparable and greater intensity occurred on June 1-2 of this year, that is, more than three months ago," the laboratory's website said.

According to the Russian Academy of Sciences, the total duration of the deterioration of the geomagnetic situation will be at least 4-6 days, as previously expected.

Scientists warn: the strongest magnetic storm in two months is coming.

Effects on well-being, satellites, and energy systems. Current forecast of solar activity

Earlier, on September 12, the Russian Academy of Sciences warned of a strong magnetic storm from September 14 to September 16 on Earth. The scientists also noted that geomagnetic activity is higher than usual in September, with three magnetic storms occurring in the first 10 days of the month, while only one was recorded in August. On September 14, the IKI RAS reported that the Earth was affected by a coronal hole in the Sun.

All important news is on the Izvestia channel in the MAX messenger.