Severe solar storm to hit Earth; major power outages, flights rerouting likely

The US Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a rare G4 Geomagnetic Storm Watch due to an impending solar storm, the first of its kind since 2005.

A severe solar storm expected to hit Earth this weekend has prompted the US Space Weather Prediction Center to issue a rare Severe (G4) Geomagnetic Storm Watch, the second-highest on a five-step scale. This storm, the first of its kind since January 2005, poses significant threats including blackouts, disruptions to navigation systems, and interference with high-frequency radios worldwide.

Trans-polar flights between Europe, Asia, and North America are expected to be rerouted to minimise radiation exposure for passengers and crew members, reported Bloomberg.