Strong geomagnetic storm expected to hit Earth this weekend

A strong geomagnetic storm is expected to hit Earth on October 5-6, triggered by intense solar flares in active regions of the Sun.

Department of Astrophysics at Baku State University (BSU) forecasts M-class (R1-R2, minor) and X-class (R3, strong) solar flares, which may cause temporary radio signal disruptions, News.Az reports.

Geomagnetic disturbances will begin around noon on October 4 and continue through October 6, with the strongest activity predicted at the G3 (strong) level.

The storm is expected to subside to normal levels by the end of October 6.

News.Az