Extreme Geomagnetic Storm Envelops Earth: What We KnowFor the first time since 2003, Earth has experienced an extreme geomagnetic storm, reaching a G5 level—the highest on the scale. The intensity has since decreased, but significant disturbances are expected to persist for at least half a day.
This celestial event allowed people to witness the Northern Lights—an unusual sight even far south.
In related news, Elon Musk has reported that his Starlink satellites are "under significant stress" due to the storm.
Geomagnetic storms of this magnitude can potentially cause headaches, insomnia, and tachycardia. However, the precise health implications are currently difficult to ascertain.
Stay tuned with @science for updates as we continue to monitor this powerful space weather phenomenon.
