Earth faces magnetic storms this April, with scientists recording small disturbances almost daily since the month began. Last night, there was three hours of mild disruption to the magnetic field.
Weather expert Mikhail Leus explains that these storms come from solar prominences—large streams of dense gas from the sun. Astronomers calculate that solar material will reach Earth on Wednesday night, April 16. They expect nearly 24 hours of geomagnetic activity, with moderate storms likely in the afternoon and evening.
The chance of these storms forming tomorrow stands at 70 percent, according to Leus. The disturbances should start weakening on Thursday, April 17, though mild effects will continue. Experts predict several strong magnetic storms throughout April. Dr. Nadezhda Chernyshova has offered advice for people sensitive to weather changes.
Scientists say the peak disturbance will happen Thursday afternoon and evening. The Earth has experienced almost daily magnetic field changes this month, though most remain brief and mild.
Weather expert Mikhail Leus explains that these storms come from solar prominences—large streams of dense gas from the sun. Astronomers calculate that solar material will reach Earth on Wednesday night, April 16. They expect nearly 24 hours of geomagnetic activity, with moderate storms likely in the afternoon and evening.
The chance of these storms forming tomorrow stands at 70 percent, according to Leus. The disturbances should start weakening on Thursday, April 17, though mild effects will continue. Experts predict several strong magnetic storms throughout April. Dr. Nadezhda Chernyshova has offered advice for people sensitive to weather changes.
Scientists say the peak disturbance will happen Thursday afternoon and evening. The Earth has experienced almost daily magnetic field changes this month, though most remain brief and mild.
