The first magnetic storm of 2024 hits us on this date

Astronomers report an expected geomagnetic storm that will hit us on January 1, writes “Telegraph”. According to data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency (NOAA), it will be a G1 class.

 

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Slight disruptions to communications networks and even Internet outages are possible in parts of the US and Europe.

 

Let’s recall that magnetic storms are divided into five categories – G1 “weak”, G2 “medium”, G3 “strong”, G4 “very strong” and G5 “extremely strong”.

 

What can the magnetic storm do to us?

 

Usually, the disturbances caused by it adversely affect the elderly and people with weak immunity. Those who are sensitive to the phenomena may experience fatigue, headache, malaise, fluctuating blood pressure and poor concentration.

 

What is a geomagnetic storm?

 

Geomagnetic storms are large and sudden disturbances in the values ​​of the Earth’s magnetic field caused by its interaction with the solar wind. When an eruption is observed from one of the active regions of the Sun, a stream of plasma is released into interplanetary space, which is shot at a speed of between 600 and 900 km. /sec. It usually takes about two days for this flow to reach Earth.

 

Charged particles manage to penetrate through the polar regions and cause the formation of powerful current systems around the equator and polar circles.

 

 

How to protect ourselves?

 

During geomagnetic storms, doctors advise to follow a diet with fruits and vegetables, without animal fats. Drinking more water also helps a lot. Spend a few hours outside, but don’t overdo it with the walks