Solar flares may show predictable warning signs hours before erupting
Recent observations suggest that solar flares may exhibit predictable warning signs hours before they occur. Scientists noted changes near the solar surface starting three hours prior to a significant solar flare. This research could enhance our ability to forecast solar activity and protect critical infrastructure on Earth.
- ▪The Solar Dynamics Observatory recorded a significant solar flare on October 3, 2024.
- ▪Changes near the solar surface were observed three hours before the solar flare erupted.
- ▪The findings could lead to improved predictions of solar flares, aiding in the protection of power grids and satellites.
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News Space Solar flares may show predictable warning signs hours before erupting The observations could help forecast big outbursts in the future ⏸ The Solar Dynamics Observatory caught a record-setting solar flare on October 3, 2024. By Lisa Grossman 29 seconds ago Share this:Share Share via email (Opens in new window) Email Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Print (Opens in new window) Print Like a toddler about to throw a tantrum, the sun might change its face just before it erupts. Observations of the lead-up to a massive solar flare revealed changes near the solar surface starting three hours before the flash, scientists report in a paper submitted May 8 to arXiv.org.
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