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Solar Flare Sparks Radio Blackout, Artemis 2 in Peril
31 Mar
Summary
- An X1.4 solar flare caused a radio blackout on March 30, 2024.
- The flare could disrupt satellite communications and navigation systems.
- A coronal mass ejection may lead to a geomagnetic storm and auroras.
An intense X1.4 class solar flare occurred on March 30, 2024, leading to a widespread radio blackout. This powerful solar event has the capability to interfere with essential satellite communications and navigation technologies, posing a concern for global connectivity.
The flare also generated a coronal mass ejection (CME), which may have a component directed towards Earth. This could result in a geomagnetic storm, potentially causing visible auroras. NASA is actively tracking these solar eruptions and assessing the risks, especially for the Artemis 2 mission slated for an April 2026 launch.
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