Solar Flare Warning: Geomagnetic Storm That Will Hit Earth On Monday May Pose Rare 'Triple Threat' From Space

On Monday, a massive solar storm is expected to hit areas of the globe, kicking off the new week with a bang.

According to NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) statistics, there's a good likelihood the solar storm will hit Earth on March 14). Still, a lower chance the United Kingdom would be directly harmed.

The NOAA anticipates that Earth will be impacted by the effects of a 'direct strike' from a solar storm 80 percent of the time during the next two weeks. Daily Star said there is a 20 percent possibility that those repercussions may reach the UK.

It may appear frightening, but there is no need to be concerned. In reality, it may be a fascinating - and once-in-a-lifetime - experience for some people.

Solar Flare Impact Would Be Strong

Space weather physicist Dr. Tamitha Skov warned that the impact of the solar flare would be strong.

Skov said in a tweet: "Expect aurora deep into mid-latitudes, amateur radio & GPS reception issues, especially near dawn/dusk, and on Earth's nightside!"

The Aurora Borealis (also known as the northern lights) will be seen far further south than usual due to the storm, with the beautiful light display generally only viewable in places closer to the north pole, such as Finland and, on rare occasions, Scotland.

Interference with radio and GPS systems is another probable result of the storm, which experts advise you should be aware of, especially when the sun is rising and setting.

If a direct strike from a solar storm wasn't enough, Dr. Skov added that the Earth is really in the middle of a 'triple danger' from several types of space weather, with the impending solar storm mixing with a 'glancing blow' from a previous solar storm, as well as powerful solar winds.

Solar storms are solar disturbances that propagate outwards via our Solar System. Major disruptions have the ability to disrupt Earth's electronic systems significantly.

According to experts, one such storm missed the Earth by only nine days in 2012, who believe that a direct strike would have caused such massive damage to the Earth's technological systems that it would have taken a decade to recover.

The storm on Monday isn't likely to create any trouble.

Northern Lights Expected

When the CME collides with our planet late Sunday or early Monday, it will likely cause geomagnetic storms. Hence, people in the northern portions of the UK would possibly see the stunning natural event throughout

Furthermore, cloud cover is forecast to be modest on Sunday evening and into Monday, ensuring that skywatchers have a good chance of seeing the planet.

Daily Mail said Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are only seen in high-latitude locations, so any sighting in the UK is a rare treat for stargazers.

The Met Office tweeted: "Satellite images show a CME leaving the sun yesterday, which could produce minor/moderate geomagnetic storms on 13 or 14 March, with aurora sightings possible for Scotland and northern England."

When atoms in the Earth's high-altitude atmosphere meet with highly charged particles from the sun, the aurora forms, producing stunning colors of green with a tint of pink, red, and violet.

According to scientists, its effects are expected to last until Monday night, with the aurora visible over the northern horizon if the skies are clear.

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