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

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

Having the extra energy of an Earth-directed Coronal Mass Ejection and geomagnetic storm will increase chances even more.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2025

Solar activity increased on New Year's Eve with a geomagnetic storm sending bursts of energy - charged particles - directed towards Earth.

From BBC • Jan. 2, 2025

A severe geomagnetic storm could disrupt communications and bring northern lights to parts of California, according to a warning from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2024