Washington: A significant solar storm is en route to Earth, with the most severe effects anticipated for Friday, July 26, as reported by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory.
This storm presents a considerable risk to telecommunications, potentially impacting radio and television broadcasts, GPS systems, and consequently, air and sea traffic.
Arriving just a week after a global software glitch led to extensive flight cancellations, this solar storm, propelled by solar flares, will emit particles that interact with Earth’s magnetic field.
Such interactions are likely to severely disrupt satellite communications, including GPS services, and radio and TV signals. Additionally, the storm may trigger power outages by affecting electrical grids.
In maritime navigation, the storm could result in the loss of precise directional data, thereby complicating safe sea travel. Air traffic, having just recovered from the July 19 software issues, may encounter further delays and operational difficulties due to this solar phenomenon.
The Solar Dynamics Observatory has alerted about the storm’s potential dangers, highlighting the importance of preparedness in industries dependent on satellite technology and electronic communication systems.
With the solar storm’s approach, industries in the line of impact are urged to stay vigilant for updates and brace for potential disruptions to ensure safety and maintain operational efficiency.
