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Expect Auroras, Solar Flares and More Space Weather from the Solar Maximum
Solar activity peaks can increase aurora sightings and disrupt satellite communications and power grids.
Scientists predict more sunspots and solar storms at the current peak but need more data for confirmation.
Space weather, like CMEs and solar flares, can impact Earth by affecting the magnetic field, leading to disruptions in communication and power systems. [ more ]