An unexpected phenomenon that even the specialists did not see coming. Yes, the watchers of the sky and theSpace predicted a geomagnetic storm for March 24 But only a G2 (moderate) class storm.
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Well it’s fine a G4 (significant) storm who hit Earth. Such a storm can trip electrical systems or affect satellite navigation systems for several hours. Either the storm “the strongest observed in 6 years,” marvels at reference site spaceweather.com.
“The origin of the phenomenon is not clear”
Result, northern lights were even observed … as far away as New Mexico! Either in very low latitudes.
“The origin of the phenomenon is unclear. Perhaps the ripple effect of a coronal mass ejection that was almost missed,” continues spaceweather.
A phenomenon coupled with the appearance of Steve. Imagine a band of purple gas often confused with the Northern Lights. A striking sight.