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Geomagnetic storm from double X-class solar flare impacts Earth

Livescience.com — March 25, 2024, 08:00 PM UTC

Summary: A powerful geomagnetic storm hit Earth after a rare double X-class solar flare erupted, signaling the sun's peak activity in its 11-year cycle. The storm reached severe G4 status, the strongest since September 2017. The event triggered vibrant auroras globally and the aurora-like phenomenon STEVE in Alaska. Six X-class flares have occurred in 2024, increasing the likelihood of more geomagnetic storms and potential impacts on infrastructure and satellites.

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