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Severe Storm to Light Up Australian Skies Tonight!
20 Jan
Summary
- A severe G4 geomagnetic storm is expected tonight across Australia.
- The storm may affect radio and satellite signals.
- The aurora australis will likely be visible in southern regions.
A severe G4 geomagnetic storm is forecast to impact Australia tonight, offering a spectacular display of the aurora australis. The Australian Space Weather Forecasting Centre issued the alert, attributing the conditions to a recent coronal mass ejection from the sun. While the strong solar winds could interfere with radio frequencies and satellite communications, the most noticeable effect will be the visible southern lights.
Regions like Tasmania, Victoria, South Australia, and southern Western Australia are prime viewing locations for the aurora. The sun's current position in its 11-year solar maximum cycle is responsible for the increased geomagnetic activity. This phenomenon occurs when solar flares disrupt Earth's magnetic field, creating the vibrant atmospheric lights.
