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Astrophysicist S. Tsanggaridis: Geomagnetic Storm May Continue Today

Published January 21, 2026, 10:06
Astrophysicist S. Tsanggaridis: Geomagnetic Storm May Continue Today

Astrophysicist Stelios Tsanggaridis stated that the geomagnetic storm that occurred in recent days originates from an extreme solar flare and may continue today, but with less intensity. The storm has the potential to cause disruptions to power supplies and communications if protective measures are not taken. Mr. Tsanggaridis explained that a geomagnetic storm is an “attack” on the Earth's magnetic field, caused by solar flares and coronal mass ejections. The charged particles ejected from the Sun usually move away from the Earth, but in some cases, they can penetrate the magnetic field and reach the surface. Geomagnetic storms are categorized from G 1 to G 5, depending on the intensity of the disturbance. The more severe storms can disrupt electricity production, cause voltage spikes, and disrupt satellite communications. Mr. Tsanggaridis emphasized that a continuous geomagnetic storm could put our technology out of order and have serious consequences.