IPMA: Magnetic storm struck near-Earth space
The 'large solar eruption' made the northern lights visible, but it can also cause instability in power grids and radio communications, as well as errors in GPS navigation systems.
Magnetic storm struck the region surrounding Earth
The disturbance can cause instability in power grids, affect radio communications and produce errors in GPS navigation systems.
Northern Lights seen in Portugal after major solar storm struck Earth
The current storm, the most powerful observed “since 2003”, is producing Northern Lights in regions where they are not usually seen. It could cause disruptions to power grids and satellites.
