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www.bloomberg.com
Solar Storms Pose Risks to Under-Prepared UK, Watchdog Says
The UK is not fully prepared for a severe space weather event that could disrupt power systems, air travel and mobile networks, causing billions of economic losses, a government watchdog found.
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us.cnn.com
The largest solar storm was named after a 19th century astronomer. His only portrait has been found | CNN
When solar storms erupt from the sun and reach Earth, their intensity is measured against a historical benchmark: the Carrington Event.
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www.newsweek.com
Blackout-causing solar flare releases sun burp set to graze Earth
An intense solar flare erupted from a spot on the sun on Sunday, triggering radio blackouts across the South Pacific Ocean -- and now scientists are warning of geomagnetic storms in the coming days.
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us.cnn.com
Sun releases the largest solar radiation storm 'in over 20 years,' forecasters say | CNN
Powerful solar activity released by the sun is heading for Earth and it's likely to create dazzling auroral displays in unexpected areas Monday evening and early Tuesday morning.
