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The Sun continues its heightened activity leading up to the peak of its 11-year cycle in July 2025.

X and M-class Solar Flares to hit the Earth TODAY! Radio Blackout inside the Arctic Circle; Expected to last another 24 hours

X and M-class Solar Flares Hit Earth; Radio Blackout inside the Arctic Circle

<h2>The Sun continues its heightened activity leading up to the peak of its 11-year cycle in July 2025.</h2>

In the past week, the Sun has been a hotbed of activity, with multiple significant solar events capturing the attention of scientists and space weather enthusiasts alike.
It all began with a powerful X-class solar flare eruption which unleashed two separate coronal mass ejections (CMEs) into space. A subsequent cannibal CME narrowly missed Earth, but its effects were still felt throughout the week.
Alongside these events, numerous M-class and X-class solar flare eruptions occurred, releasing streams of solar particles hurtling towards our planet.&nbsp;
This surge of solar activity has culminated in a long-duration solar storm that is expected to persist for an extended period.
<h3>The Impact of the Solar Storm and Its Duration</h3>
Solar storms typically occur due to CMEs, which carry energised solar matter and plasma to Earth. While these storms are intense, they tend to be of shorter duration.
However, the current solar storm is unique in that it is primarily caused by an influx of charged proton particles, also known as solar winds. These particles, although massive in size, are considered the weakest contributors to solar storms.
As a result of the recent solar flare eruptions, an abundance of subatomic particles has been unleashed, leading to the prolonged duration of the current solar storm. At present, it is primarily localised within the Arctic Circle, resulting in a shortwave radio blackout in the region.&nbsp;
Fortunately, there have been no reports of significant disruptions to satellites, GPS systems, mobile networks, internet connectivity, or power grids. However, it remains to be seen if any accumulation effects may arise as the storm persists over the next 48 hours.
<h3>The Technological Arsenal: NOAA's Role</h3>
In monitoring and predicting atmospheric disturbances, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) plays a crucial role.&nbsp;
Utilising a fleet of advanced satellites, NOAA gathers vital data to help analyse and comprehend various weather phenomena. Among these technological marvels is the NOAA-20 satellite, part of the Joint Polar Satellite System.
The NOAA-20 satellite orbits the Earth approximately 14 times per day, providing comprehensive global coverage twice daily.&nbsp;
This allows meteorologists to access invaluable information regarding atmospheric temperature, moisture, cloud formations, sea-surface temperatures, ocean colour, sea ice cover, volcanic ash, and even fire detection.
Such data helps scientists better understand the origin and behaviour of solar storms and other weather anomalies.
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Minor G1-class geomagnetic storms are possible on August 4th-5th, when one or more CMEs are expected to hit Earth. There is a minor impact on power grids and satellite operations. Check more details here.

Solar Storm Warning! A CME to hit Earth TODAY or TOMORROW, sparking G1-class Geomagnetic Storms, NASA says

Solar Storm Strike! G1-class Geomagnetic Storms to hit Earth on August 4 or 5

<h2>Minor G1-class geomagnetic storms are possible on August 4th-5th, when one or more CMEs are expected to hit Earth. There is a minor impact on power grids and satellite operations.&nbsp;</h2>

In a recent development, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has cautioned about an impending wave of multiple CMEs (Coronal Mass Ejections) reaching Earth in the coming days.
Expected to occur between August 4th and 5th, these CMEs are the product of an M-class solar flare that erupted on August 1st, originating from the sunspot AR3380 on the Sun's Earth-facing side. This occurrence represents a significant instability event within the active sunspot.
As these CMEs approach Earth, fears are escalating that it could trigger an intense solar storm event, potentially inflicting damage on satellites and disrupting shortwave radio communication.
<h3>Potential Onset of Minor G1-class Geomagnetic Storms</h3>
Reports from SpaceWeather.com suggest the possibility of minor G1-class geomagnetic storms on the same days, August 4th and 5th.
These storms are expected to be triggered by one or more faint CMEs impacting Earth's magnetic field, which were projected towards us by a series of M-class eruptions from the active sunspot AR3380 on August 1st and 2nd.
<h3>Solar Storm Imminent: Implications and Threats</h3>
Currently, as many as nine active sunspot regions exist on the Earth-facing side of the Sun. This indicates a high likelihood for further solar flare explosions to occur.
If these flares are large enough, they could discharge substantial plasma and solar material into space, subsequently forming CMEs.
This particular event may not match the intensity of some previous solar storms, however, even minor storms are capable of causing considerable damage.
They have the potential to disrupt wireless communication, GPS services, and create challenges for airlines, mariners, ham radio controllers, and drone operators.
Such solar storms could potentially result in delayed flights, ships altering course, and disruption to the essential information transmitted via these low-frequency channels.
<h3>Concerns Over a Severe Geomagnetic Storm</h3>
However, if the subsequent CME turns out to be more intense, it could potentially culminate in a catastrophic G5-class geomagnetic storm, comparable to the infamous Carrington event.
The implications of such storms can be far more severe and destructive.
<h3>NASA's Critical Role in Solar Storm Prediction</h3>
NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) possesses a comprehensive set of tools for observing the Sun, which has been in operation since 2010.
This observatory employs three critical instruments to gather data on various solar activities.
These include the Helioseismic and Magnetic Imager (HMI), which records high-resolution measurements of the longitudinal and vector magnetic field over the entire visible solar disk, the Extreme Ultraviolet Variability Experiment (EVE), which gauges the Sun's extreme ultraviolet irradiance, and the Atmospheric Imaging Assembly (AIA), providing constant full-disk observations of the solar chromosphere and corona in seven extreme ultraviolet (EUV) channels.
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Scientists anticipate another solar storm hitting Earth on July 27 due to a halo coronal mass ejection. Know the impact areas and more details here.

Solar Storm Warning! A Halo CME approaching Earth's Magnetic Field; Will it be Dangerous?, Know Impacts

Scientists anticipate another solar storm hitting Earth on July 27 due to a halo coronal mass ejection. 

Solar Flare Alert! A Halo CME is expected to hit Earth's Magnetic Field; Will it be Dangerous?

<h2>Scientists anticipate another solar storm hitting Earth on July 27 due to a halo coronal mass ejection.&nbsp;</h2>

Recent times have seen heightened solar activity, with Earth being the target of multiple solar storms and radio blackouts last week.
As we approach the autumnal equinox in September - a period known for increased solar activity, scientists have predicted another solar storm coming towards Earth Tomorrow on July 27, resulting from a halo coronal mass ejection (CME).
<h3>Rising Solar Flares Signal Potential Geomagnetic Storms</h3>
According to a report from SpaceWeather.com, "Minor G1-class geomagnetic storms are possible during the early hours of July 27th when a faint halo CME is expected to hit Earth's magnetic field.
The storm cloud was hurled towards us on July 23rd by a complex eruption involving a C5-class solar flare in sunspot AR3376 and the liftoff of a relatively nearby magnetic filament.&rdquo; This has led to an urgent solar flare alert.
<h3>Increased Frequency and Intensity of Solar Storms</h3>
As per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Solar Maximum or the peak of the current solar cycle is expected to arrive in July 2025.
This indicates that we will likely witness an intensification of solar activity, leading to more frequent and intense solar storms.
<h3>Impact of Potential Geomagnetic Storm due on July 27</h3>
The predicted geomagnetic storm due to hit Earth Tomorrow, on July 27, although minor, may cause radio blackouts and disrupt GPS signals.
Although such storms don't pose significant threats to mobile networks or satellites, they can cause inconveniences to aviators, mariners, and ham radio operators.
<h3>Preparing for Potentially Devastating Solar Storms</h3>
As we edge closer to the peak of the solar cycle, researchers anticipate more severe solar storms, potentially even Carrington-level events.
While the exact occurrence cannot be predicted, efforts are underway to fortify modern technology against such high bursts of static electricity and electromagnetic charges.
<h3>NOAA's DSCOVR Satellite: The Sentinel in the Sky</h3>
NOAA's DSCOVR satellite, operational since 2016, monitors solar storms and the Sun's behaviour.
The data recovered is analysed at the Space Weather Prediction Center, measuring parameters like temperature, speed, density, degree of orientation, and frequency of solar particles.
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A cannibal coronal mass ejection (CME), born from multiple solar storms, is currently headed towards Earth. Expected to strike on Tuesday, July 18, it may cause a significant geomagnetic storm.

Cannibal CME from Sun is heading towards Earth TODAY, could cause auroras as far south as New York

A cannibal coronal mass ejection, born from multiple solar storms, is currently headed towards Earth. Expected to strike on Tuesday, July 18, it may cause a significant geomagnetic storm.

Cannibal CME from Sun is on collision course with Earth: Could trigger strong geomagnetic storm

<h2>A cannibal coronal mass ejection, born from multiple solar storms, is currently headed towards Earth. Expected to strike on Tuesday, July 18, it may cause a significant geomagnetic storm.</h2>

A 'cannibal' coronal mass ejection (CME), the result of several solar storms and an unexpected 'dark eruption', is currently moving towards Earth.
Upon impact, expected on Tuesday, July 18, it could instigate a considerable geomagnetic storm on our planet.
<h3>Understanding Coronal Mass Ejections and Solar Flares</h3>
CMEs are immense, rapid clouds of magnetized plasma and solar radiation occasionally flung into space during solar flares.
These powerful sun-surface explosions occur when plasma loops near sunspots snap, akin to an overstretched rubber band breaking.
When these CMEs collide with Earth, they can cause geomagnetic storms - disruptions in our planet's magnetic field - leading to temporary radio blackouts and vibrant auroras, visible further away from Earth's magnetic poles than usual.
<h3>The Birth of a Cannibal CME</h3>
A cannibal CME takes shape when a secondary, quicker CME follows an initial one. As the second CME overtakes the first, it swallows it, forming a singular, gigantic plasma wave.
On July 14, our sun expelled a CME alongside a dark eruption - a solar flare containing unusually cool plasma that looks like a dark wave on the sun's otherwise blazing surface - from sunspot AR3370, according to reports from Spaceweather.com.
A larger sunspot, AR3363, released a second, faster CME on July 15.
<h3>A Cannibal CME Heading Towards Earth</h3>
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center's simulation indicates that the second storm will intersect the first CME, creating a cannibalistic cloud, with a high likelihood of it reaching Earth on July 18.
Both originating from C-class solar flares, these CMEs individually would be too feeble to trigger significant geomagnetic storms.
However, their collective size and velocity could potentially provoke a G1 or G2 level disturbance, the two highest categories for a geomagnetic storm.
<h3>Rarity and Impact of Cannibal CMEs</h3>
Cannibal CMEs are infrequent as they require successive CMEs to align perfectly and travel at certain speeds. Despite this, there have been multiple occurrences in recent years.
In November 2021, Earth experienced one of the first major geomagnetic storms of the current solar cycle due to a cannibal CME. Two more CMEs struck our planet in 2022, in March and August, but both only triggered minor G3-class storms.
Cannibal CMEs are more likely to occur during the solar maximum, a tumultuous peak in the sun's approximately 11-year solar cycle, where sunspot and solar flare numbers dramatically increase due to an unstable sun's magnetic field.
Scientists initially estimated the next solar maximum to occur in 2025, with less intensity than previous cycles. However, recent reports suggest that the sun's explosive peak could arrive earlier and with more force than expected.
The emergence of unusual solar phenomena like cannibal CMEs signals that the solar maximum is on the horizon.
<h3>Geomagnetic Storms and Their Effects</h3>
So far this year, Earth has already been hit by five G1 or G2 geomagnetic storms, including the most powerful storm in over six years.
These storms have caused the thermosphere - Earth's second-highest atmospheric layer - to reach its highest temperature in over 20 years. The number of sunspots is also rising as we near the solar maximum, hitting its highest total in nearly 21 years this June.
These solar developments underscore the dynamic nature of our solar system and the potential impact of solar phenomena, like the cannibal CME, on Earth.
Scientists from NASA, NOAA, and other organizations continue to monitor and study these events to better understand and predict their effects.
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Solar Storms Warning: There is a possibility of minor G-1 geomagnetic storms tomorrow as a result of a close encounter with a passing coronal mass ejection (CME).

Solar Storm Warning! G1-class geomagnetic storms TODAY, CME to pass close to Earth, NASA tracks

There is a possibility of minor G-1 geomagnetic storms today as a result of a close encounter with a passing coronal mass ejection.

Solar Storm Alerts! G1-class geomagnetic storms on tomorrow, CME to pass close to Earth: NASA Warning

<h2>There is a possibility of minor geomagnetic storms today as a result of a close encounter with a passing coronal mass ejection.</h2>

Solar Storm Warning: There is growing concern over the possibility of minor G1-class geomagnetic storms occurring today on July 13 due to a close encounter with a passing CME (coronal mass ejection), as per a recent report by SpaceWeather.com.
While NASA predicts a glancing blow, the models from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) suggest a miss, creating a discrepancy that raises questions about the potential severity of the situation.
The impending solar storm, if it materialises, could disturb Earth's magnetic field, leading to the mesmerising spectacle of high latitude auroras. However, the exact impact remains uncertain, leaving experts and netizens alike on edge.
A G1-class geomagnetic storm, classified as minor, has the potential to ignite auroras in higher latitudes. It also poses a threat to smaller satellites orbiting closer to Earth, as the increased electromagnetic radiation heats up the surrounding air and creates drag.&nbsp;
Additionally, wireless frequencies used for critical services such as GPS navigation and emergency communications could experience disruption.
To monitor solar storms and gain insights into the Sun's behaviour, NOAA relies on its DSCOVR satellite, which has been operational since 2016.&nbsp;
Data collected by the satellite is meticulously analysed at the Space Weather Prediction Center, where parameters such as temperature, speed, density, degree of orientation, and frequency of solar particles are taken into account.
While the mismatch between NASA and NOAA models raises uncertainty, it is important to stay informed about the potential consequences of this solar storm.&nbsp;
As the anticipated date approaches, experts recommend remaining cautious and prepared for any possible impact, even though the severity of the storm remains unclear.
As the scientific community continues to monitor the situation closely, updates regarding the solar storm's development and the potential impact on Earth will be crucial in understanding the true extent of this celestial phenomenon.
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NASA has predicted that a double solar storm or CMEs to strike the Earth today, July 7. Know how intense it can be and what to expect. 

Double Sloar Storm Warning! Back to back 2 CMEs to strike Earth, causing widespread auroras this weekend

NASA's Solar and Heliospheric Observatory has detected two coronal mass ejections partly aimed at Earth, expected to hit by July 7th. These solar storms could cause geomagnetic disturbances that disrupt power, communication, and satellites.

CME Attack Alert! Double Punch solar storms to strike Earth, potential for widespread auroras

<h2>The solar storms may cause auroras linked to G-1 geomagnetic storms visible at lower mid-altitudes, along with power disruptions</h2>

NASA has raised a solar storm warning today, detecting 2 solar storms, or coronal mass ejections (CMEs), partly aimed towards Earth. These solar storms in 2023 were observed on July 4th by NASA's Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO).
Known as CMEs, these storms are composed of up to a billion tons of charged plasma particles and carry their own magnetic fields.
<h3>CMEs Projected to Strike Earth's Magnetic Field</h3>
The incoming solar storms are projected to hit Earth by July 7th. When CMEs strike the magnetic field of our planet, they create a significant disturbance in the magnetosphere leading to the creation of large disturbances known as geomagnetic storms.
These storms could potentially disrupt power and communication infrastructure on Earth, also posing threats to satellites and global positioning system (GPS) services.
<h3>Solar Storms 2023: Details and Possible Impacts</h3>
The 2 CMEs differ in their speed and direction. NASA predicts that the slower one will arrive first, reaching Earth on Friday before 8 am EDT and heading mostly northeast.
The second, faster CME is expected to make a more "direct hit" on Earth, veering slightly southward, and should arrive early on July 7th. These solar storms, marked as CME solar flares today, are predicted to trigger a G-1 level geomagnetic storm.
Despite being defined by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) as minor events, G-1 level geomagnetic storms can still cause power grid fluctuations and impact spacecraft operations.
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<h3>NOAA Predicts Spectacular Light Shows</h3>
In addition to the possible disruptions, the NOAA adds that the CMEs could result in a spectacular light show &ndash; auroras. These phenomena occur when charged particles travel down the magnetic field lines in Earth's magnetosphere, creating vibrant and colorful displays.
Normally visible at high latitudes near the poles, these powerful CMEs may make auroras visible at lower mid-latitudes.
NOAA notes that auroras linked to G-1 geomagnetic storms can often be seen in the U.S. as far south as Michigan and Maine. Even as the traditional fireworks of Independence Day have faded, the solar storm of 2023 might just offer a more breathtaking spectacle with its cosmic display.&nbsp;

The number of sunspots observed in June reached its highest level in over 20 years, indicating an accelerated pace in the current solar cycle.

Solar Storm fears rise as record-breaking sunspot activity observed

More sunspots may lead to solar flares and coronal mass ejections, which would mean disruptions in power grids, satellites, and potential risks to spacecraft

The number of sunspots observed in June exceeded 160, marking the highest monthly count in over 20 years. This data confirms that the current solar cycle, known as the 25th cycle, is accelerating at a much faster pace than previously predicted by NASA and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Consequently, scientists are now expressing concerns about the likelihood of severe space weather events in the coming months and years.
Initial forecasts from space agencies projected a maximum monthly sunspot count of around 125 during the peak of the 25th solar cycle. However, recent observations indicate that the sun is on track to reach nearly 200 sunspots per month, surpassing expectations. Some experts even speculate that this peak may occur within a year. Solar physicist Keith Strong shared the exciting news on Twitter, stating that the June 2023 sunspot number of 163.4 is the highest average value recorded in over two decades, since September 2002.
<h3>Unprecedented Surge in Sunspots Signals Intensifying Solar Cycle</h3>
On July 2, one of these sunspots unleashed a powerful solar flare, an energetic burst of light. This event caused a temporary radio blackout across the western United States and the Pacific Ocean, as reported by Spaceweather.com. With the solar cycle approaching its maximum, similar occurrences may become more frequent in the near future.
Contrary to the initial forecasts by NASA and NOAA, this solar maximum is expected to be quite active. An increase in sunspot activity not only leads to more solar flares but also enhances the occurrence of coronal mass ejections (CMEs), which are powerful eruptions of charged particles forming solar wind. This heightened activity poses a risk of adverse space weather conditions on Earth. Intense solar wind bursts can penetrate Earth's magnetic field, energizing particles in the atmosphere and giving rise to captivating aurora displays. However, they can also cause significant disruptions to power grids and satellites orbiting the planet.
<h3>Implications of Increased Sunspot Activity for Space Weather</h3>
Tom Berger, a solar physicist and director of the Space Weather Technology Center at the University of Colorado, Boulder, mentioned in a previous interview with Space.com that after a major solar storm in October 2003, satellite operators experienced a loss of communication with hundreds of spacecraft for several days. This occurred due to increased gas density in the upper layers of the atmosphere, specifically within the low Earth orbit region where many satellites, including the International Space Station, are positioned.
As the thin gas in this region interacts with solar wind, the atmosphere expands, resulting in satellites experiencing higher drag or resistance than during periods of calm space weather.
"In the most severe storms, the orbital trajectory errors become so significant that the catalog of orbital objects becomes invalidated," Berger explained. "The objects can be several tens of kilometers away from their last radar-located positions. They are essentially lost, and the only solution is to locate them again using radar."
Experts are concerned that the growing number of satellites and space debris fragments in low Earth orbit since the last major solar storm could lead to orbital chaos lasting for weeks. During this period, the risk of hazardous collisions with space debris fragments would be exceptionally high, posing further risks to satellite operators.
<h3>Risks and Challenges Faced by Satellite Operators and Spacecraft</h3>
Several operators have already encountered difficulties due to space weather. SpaceX, for instance, lost a group of 40 new Starlink satellites during a launch in February 2022, underestimating the impact of a seemingly mild solar storm. The satellites burned up in Earth's atmosphere when they couldn't achieve the expected orbit due to unexpected drag. Similarly, the European Space Agency (ESA) reported issues last year when its three Swarm satellites, which study the planet's magnetic field, started descending at an unprecedented rate. Operators had to utilize the satellites' thrusters to prevent them from falling into Earth's denser gas.
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During extreme events, charged solar particles can damage spacecraft electronics, disrupt GPS signals, and even cause power grid failures on Earth. The most intense solar storm on record, known as the Carrington Event in 1859, resulted in sparks flying off telegraph machines, setting documents ablaze. The disruption to telegraph services in Europe and North America lasted for several days.&nbsp; NASA solar physics research scientist Robert Leamon stated in a previous interview with Space.com that the most severe solar storms tend to occur during the declining phase of odd-numbered solar cycles. Therefore, challenging years may lie ahead for spacecraft operators.
"Since Cycle 25 is an odd cycle, we might expect the most potent events to occur after the maximum, in 2025 and 2026," Leamon explained. "This is due to the reversal of the sun's poles every 11 years. The alignment of the sun's pole with Earth's poles causes the most damage and the strongest coupling between the solar wind and Earth's magnetic field."
In the meantime, space weather forecasters are continuously monitoring the sunspot responsible for the recent solar flare, along with several other sunspots developing on the sun's surface. Forecasters warn that more solar activity and fireworks are possible in the week ahead. Although no coronal mass ejection is currently directed towards Earth, the UK space weather forecaster Met Office stated that auroras may receive a boost from high-speed solar wind streaming through a hole in the sun's magnetic field.

Today, Earth is at risk from a powerful solar storm caused by an X1-class solar flare, as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warns of a dangerous Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) that will hit Earth.

Imminent Solar Storm Alert: Dangerous CME cloud set to strike Earth, warns NOAA

<h2>Today, Earth is at risk from a powerful solar storm caused by an X1-class solar flare, as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warns of a dangerous Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) that will hit Earth.</h2>

In the wake of an intense X1-class solar flare eruption, a colossal Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) was discharged. NASA's models had earlier anticipated this CME cloud to strike both Mars and Venus.
However, an updated forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) suggests that Earth isn't spared and is poised to experience this solar storm today, on June 23rd, 2023.
The potency of the CME is so extreme that NASA has predicted a possible erosion of a portion of Venus' atmosphere upon impact. The exact severity of this solar storm's effects on Earth remains unclear.
As reported by SpaceWeather.com, "Forecasters from NOAA predict the possibility of minor G1-class geomagnetic storms late on June 23rd, as a result of the CME potentially hitting Earth's magnetic field. This CME was propelled into space following the X1-class solar flare event on June 20.
Initial models suggested that Earth might escape the CME's path, but recent data implies a peripheral impact is plausible.
Impending Solar Storm Predicted to Hit Earth
Following its encounter with Venus today, the CME is expected to hit Earth, before proceeding to reach Mars by June 25.
According to NASA's model, the ensuing solar storm's intensity may be sufficient to stimulate observable auroras from satellites orbiting Mars.Assessing the potential impact of the impending solar storm on Earth is challenging.
The extent of the solar storm's effects will be dictated by whether the CME results in a grazing strike or a direct hit. A peripheral impact may trigger a G1 or G2-class geomagnetic storm, whereas a direct strike could potentially generate a more damaging G5-class storm.
These higher class storms can severely affect small satellites, disrupt mobile networks, GPS systems, and pose a significant threat to terrestrial electronics and power grids by drastically augmenting magnetic potential.
Exploring the GOES-16 Satellite
Launched on November 19, 2016, GOES-16, previously referred to as GOES-R prior to reaching geostationary orbit, is the pioneer of the GOES-R series of Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites managed by NASA and NOAA.
Operational since December 18, 2017, GOES-16 orbits over the Atlantic Ocean and persistently provides imagery and atmospheric measurements of Earth's Western Hemisphere.
Furthermore, it features a lightning mapper that detects both inter-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning. Given its crucial role in weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and predicting solar storms like the one expected today, GOES-16 is a truly indispensable tool.

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