Learn About Solar Storms

Solar storms are powerful bursts of energy from the Sun that can impact Earth’s magnetic field, causing disruptions to satellites, power grids, and even communication networks.

The main types of solar storms are Solar Flares and Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs). These events release huge amounts of energy, sometimes strong enough to affect technology and infrastructure on Earth.

One of the most famous solar storms occurred in 1989, causing a major power blackout in Canada. Scientists have since been studying solar activity to improve predictions and minimize risks.

How Do Solar Storms Affect Us?

🔌 Power Grid Failures

Intense solar storms can cause **power grid failures**, leading to blackouts that affect millions. The 1989 solar storm knocked out power in **Québec, Canada**, for over **9 hours**.

📡 Satellite & GPS Disruptions

High-energy particles from the Sun can **damage satellites**, causing communication breakdowns and GPS navigation errors. Airplane pilots and military operations rely on accurate GPS, making these disruptions highly problematic.

🌍 Internet & Technology Failures

Solar storms can interfere with **underwater internet cables**, affecting global internet speed and reliability. **Banking systems, cloud storage, and streaming services** could all be impacted.

Can We Predict Solar Storms?

Predicting solar storms is extremely difficult. The Sun's activity is chaotic, and while scientists use AI and past data, **no forecast is 100% accurate**.

Our website predicts solar storms using data from 1989 onwards, analyzing patterns to estimate future events. These predictions **help raise awareness**, but should not be relied on as absolute forecasts.

*Scientists continuously improve solar storm predictions using AI, satellites, and solar observatories.*