Recently, social media platforms have witnessed widespread controversy over expectations of… Solar storm Strong, and in recent days, many news warnings of the storm have spread, and it has been described as one of the largest natural disasters that could affect the entire world.
How dangerous is the solar storm that is expected to hit the country?
In recent hours, many have begun to wonder about the extent of the impact Solar storm On Egypt, especially with the spread of many rumors about the storm causing an interruption of the Internet and communications, and about the extent of the harm that may befall humans as a result of explosions and solar storms and whether it poses a danger and threat to human health or causes a rise in temperatures on Earth.
What is a solar storm
Dr. Tariq Arafa, Director of Magnetic Observatories at the National Institute for Astronomical and Geophysical Research, said: Solar storm It is a natural phenomenon resulting from explosions on the surface of the sun, which emit a large body of harmful rays and electromagnetic waves that negatively affect wireless communications and electronic devices on satellites.
Arafa added, in exclusive statements to “Sada El Balad,” that the current solar cycle is witnessing an increase in solar activity, and that this activity is expected to increase during the next two years, which may lead to the occurrence of Strong solar storms.
How much impact does the solar storm have on Egypt?
Regarding the possibility of this solar storm affecting and causing damage in Egypt, the Director of the Magnetic Observatories at the National Institute for Astronomical and Geophysical Research confirmed that Solar storm It affects the entire globe, but its impact is slight on Egypt because it is located in medium latitudes, and the greatest impact is in the Arctic region, Canada, and places in America.
Will the Internet go out due to a solar storm?
Regarding the possibility of communications being affected due to the solar storm and a complete interruption of the Internet, Dr. Tariq Arafa said that it is unlikely that a complete interruption of the Internet will occur, as most of the main Internet cables are buried under water or underground, which makes them less likely to be affected by Solar storms.
Preparing for solar storms
He pointed out that thanks to the careful monitoring of solar eruptions and thanks to the precise calculations that we make, devices have been developed that may be affected by these Solar storms To bear its power, we will not feel or witness an interruption in communications services or an interruption in communications and satellite networks.
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