geomagnetic storm
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During the worst geomagnetic storm on record, in 1859, bright auroras were seen as far south as Panama -- and telegraph operators around the world were given electric shocks.
From Barron's ● May 19, 2026
Much of the planning for a severe space weather is based on the Carrington Event of 1859, the most intense geomagnetic storm in recorded history.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2025
Last year, a level 5 geomagnetic storm occurred for the first time in 20 years, resulting in similarly spectacular views of the Northern and Southern Lights.
From Barron's ● Nov. 13, 2025
Triggered by an intense geomagnetic storm, the northern lights made a rare visit to the Southland on Tuesday night, painting the skies above the Angeles National Forest in dazzling pink and purple hues.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2025
With it being a particularly strong geomagnetic storm, the Northern Lights travel further from the poles to lower latitudes across the UK.
From BBC ● Jan. 2, 2025
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