The threat of solar storms is looming larger than ever, with NASA warning about the potential dangers posed to astronauts, satellites, power grids, and even the internet. But fear not! A groundbreaking defense is on the horizon.

On Tuesday, NASA is set to launch three state-of-the-art space weather satellites that promise to deliver critical early warnings for severe solar eruptions.

The sun, beyond its brilliant light and warmth, unleashes intense bursts of radiation via charged particles, creating what we know as the solar wind. Fortunately, Earth’s magnetic field acts as a protective shield, deflecting these particles into space—an interaction that brings forth the mesmerizing auroras we adore.

However, powerful geomagnetic storms can generate electrical surges that disrupt power grids and incapacitate satellites. Alarmingly, a recent NASA study indicates that such storms are likely to increase as solar activity intensifies.

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