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4th October 2018
07:30pm BST

“Solar wind escaping from the second, larger hole will follow days later bringing a chance of G1-class (minor) storms."
“In both cases, equinox cracks (meaning cracks are opening) in Earth's magnetic field will permit the solar wind to spark Arctic auroras.”
So, what does this actually mean (for us not scientists)?
Apparently, solar storms can affect satellites in orbit, which could lead to a lack of GPS, mobile phone signal and satellite TV.
Also, a surge of particles can lead to high currents in the magnetosphere (big word alert).
This can lead to higher level of electricity in power lines, resulting in electrical transformers and power stations blow outs and a loss of power.
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