Two coronal mass ejections heading toward Earth; geomagnetic disturbances expected early October
Two solar coronal mass ejections (CMEs) launched from the Sun and are en route to Earth, with potential geomagnetic activity expected around October 2–3, 2026. Impacts are currently forecast as likely minor.
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Solar storms can produce auroras, disrupt power grids, GPS, communications, and satellite operations. Monitoring and forecasting geomagnetic activity is critical for infrastructure protection and operational planning. Timely forecasts enable satellite operators and utilities to take precautions, making space weather a key concern for both scientific interest and practical infrastructure resilience.
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