Northern Lights to Captivate Belarusian Skies
The Center for Space Weather Forecasting has issued a warning about an upcoming geomagnetic storm, which is expected to reach Earth's orbit on Tuesday, September 2nd. This storm, predicted to be of G4-class, could lead to a variety of effects on our planet.
G4-class storms are known for their potential to degrade radio communication and satellite navigation, and cause auroras in unexpected locations on the planet. These storms generate electrical currents in pipelines and can range from -100 to -200 nT over a cycle. They can also cause voltage control issues and false activations of protective devices.
Scientists anticipate very strong magnetic storms of levels G2-G4, with the strongest level being G5. The storm is expected to result in these levels, as previously mentioned. The solar material that will cause this storm is a result of a solar flare that has already occurred, leading to a coronal mass ejection.
The geomagnetic storm is expected to reach Earth on the evening of September 1st or the night of September 2nd. This could lead to enhanced northern lights around the Arctic region, especially in northern high-latitude areas such as parts of Finland, Russia, and likely Iceland.
In fact, auroras could be observed in Belarus near 55 degrees latitude (around Postavy, Myory, Sharkovshchina, Braslav) during the night of September 2nd due to the pending geomagnetic storm. The auroras could potentially last for several hours, as suggested by the duration of the anticipated auroras in Belarus.
It's important to note that these storms can have significant impacts on our infrastructure, such as pipelines and communication systems. Therefore, it is crucial to prepare for potential disruptions and take necessary precautions.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
