Geomagnetic storm from solar flare could disrupt communications, produce northern lights in US

A remarkable celestial event is underway as a series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections dazzle the skies, potentially extending the spectacle far across the northern hemisphere.

However, alongside the breathtaking auroras, concerns loom over potential disruptions to Earth's communications networks, tonight and into the weekend.

The rarity of this solar storm harks back to October 2003, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center, marking a significant celestial occurrence not witnessed in many years.