Solar Storms
New Research Indicates the Sun may be More Prone to Flares Than we Thought
This past year saw some significant solar activity. This was especially true during the month of May, which saw more…
Earth’s Old Trees Keep A Record of Powerful Solar Storms
Most of the time the Sun is pretty well-mannered, but occasionally it's downright unruly. It sometimes throws extremely energetic tantrums.…
The Sun Unleashes its Strongest Flare This Cycle
As we approach the peak of Solar Cycle 25, we can expect more and more activity on the Sun. And…
Predicting Solar Storms Before They Leave the Sun
When giant solar storms hit Earth, they trigger beautiful auroral displays high in Earth's atmosphere. There's a dark side to…
A Recent Solar Storm Even Had an Impact on Mars
Planet Earth is in for some amazing geomagnetic storms in the next year or so. That's because it's in a…
That Recent Solar Storm Was Detected Almost Three Kilometers Under the Ocean
On May 10th, 2024, people across North America were treated to a rare celestial event: an aurora visible from the…
Solar Max is Coming. The Sun Just Released Three X-Class Flares
The Sun is increasing its intensity on schedule, continuing its approach to solar maximum. In just over a 24-hour period…
How Do Superflares Get So Powerful?
We live with a star that sends out flares powerful enough to disrupt things here on Earth. Telecommunications, power grids,…
In 1872, a Solar Storm Hit the Earth Generating Auroras from the Tropics to the Poles
Imagine a solar storm generating auroral displays across the entire sky. No, we haven't quite seen them that strong in…
A Monster Solar Storm Struck Earth 14,300 Years Ago
Because of our dependence on technology, a powerful solar storm would be a catastrophe, shutting down the electrical grid and…