More intense, second geomagnetic storm coming in the next few hours

The Institute of Geophysics of the UNAM, through the Mexican Space Weather Service (SCIESMEX), has issued a alert about the possibility of a second geomagnetic storm in the next few hours.

This warning issued on Sunday comes after the conclusion of a similar storm that took place on May 10, which generated extraordinary visual phenomena such as northern lights in various regions of Mexico.

According to the detailed report provided by the institution, the previous storm had a duration of more than 39 hours and entered the recovery phase over the weekend, evidenced by a gradual decrease in intensity.

Mexico’s regional geomagnetic indices (kmex) have shown undisturbed values ​​for more than 9 hours, signaling the end of the event.

Will there be more northern lights? This is known from the second geomagnetic storm

However, the possibility of a new solar storm persists according to UNAM, what could raise the intensity of geomagnetic conditions again and prolong their duration.

The active region AR3664, responsible for previous solar storms, is approaching the solar limb, suggesting that future solar events could have little effect on our planet.

The visual impact of these exceptional solar storms has been reflected in impressive northern lights, which have illuminated the skies of Mexico with vibrant colors.

Testimonies of this phenomenon have emerged from different parts of the country and abroad, demonstrating the global reach of this natural spectacle.

The most intense in 20 years

According to the Space Weather Prediction Center (NOAA), the first geomagnetic storm (on May 10) was the most powerful in two decades, threatening possible disruptions to satellites and power grids.

It is expected that the second storm that would occur in the next few hours would be more intense and lasting than the first.

What are the consequences of geomagnetic storms?

The SCIESMEX has warned about the effects that these storms can have on the Earth’s magnetic field, underlining the importance of constantly monitoring the sun and its effects on our environment to prevent possible impacts.

They can be issued clouds of solar material (Coronal Mass Ejections) that spread heading towards Earth. These could cause global disturbances of the Earth’s magnetic field and affect satellites, telecommunications, global positioning systems, air navigation and electrical energy generation and transmission networks.

SCIESMEX will continue to closely monitor this situation and provide timely information to the National Civil Protection System to manage any possible impact.

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Mexican journalist and photographer. She graduated from the Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and Journalism at the FES Aragón of the UNAM, with a specialty in written press. I have a Technical degree in Advanced Digital Systems for Computing and Graphic Design. I am a web reporter at Debate.com.mx and I cover CDMX, Edomex, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Hidalgo, Morelos and Veracruz, also on Economics and Politics.

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