Coronal Mass Ejection

[NismoFire]

See, my "end of the world" theory isn't so much an actual END, just the end as we know it. For instance, no more internet, electricity, etc, either by terrorist attack or a VERY strong solar flare...looks like this is happening again. We had one on January, but that one wasn't as intense as this upcoming one (tomorrow and Friday).

Per NOAA:

NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center – the nation’s official source of warnings and alerts about space weather and its impacts on Earth – is evaluating the potential for a moderate to strong geomagnetic storm resulting from a significant explosion from the sun’s corona Tuesday evening. G-scale solar storms range from G1 (minor) to G5 (extreme). The so-called coronal mass ejection may reach Earth by early Thursday morning. Geomagnetic storms on Earth can impact the operation of electrical grids and temporarily disrupt radio and satellite telecommunications.

The radiation storm associated with this event is already triggering high-frequency radio blackouts at Earth’s poles and in several other regions of the planet. High-frequency radio is used by airplanes flying over the poles, emergency managers, and others.


The CME that erupted late on March 4 passed ACE around 0400 UTC March 7 (11:00 p.m. EST March 6). As a result, storming reaching the G2 (Moderate) level continues at this time. Another CME, part of the recent R3 (Strong) Radio Blackout event at 0024 UTC March 7 (7:24 p.m. EST March 6) is forecast to pass ACE early morning UTC on March 8 (start of day EST March 8) . Geomagnetic storm periods reaching the G3 (Strong) level are likely from that CME. Finally, a Solar Radiation Storm is also in progress and levels are currently above the S3 (Strong) threshold. Region 1429 remains potent and subsequent activity is certainly possible. Updates here as conditions warrant.

Here's how they are rated:
Scientists classify solar flares according to their x-ray brightness in the wavelength range 1 to 8 Angstroms. There are 3 categories: X-class flares are big; they are major events that can trigger planet-wide radio blackouts and long-lasting radiation storms. M-class flares are medium-sized; they can cause brief radio blackouts that affect Earth's polar regions. Minor radiation storms sometimes follow an M-class flare. Compared to X- and M-class events, C-class flares are small with few noticeable consequences here on Earth.



The one released yesterday is considered an X-5. We can expect to see some minor interruptions, but nothing major yet.



Anyone else on board with my "end of the world" theory? Obviously I'm not saying it's tomorrow...however, with as active as the sun has been lately, I would say we could see a decent interruption in "luxuries" within the next year or so.

 

[RATTFINK]

Nismo, sounds like an REM song.

Sent using telepathy.

 

[NismoFire]

Do who? Haven't seen/heard that acronym yet.

 

[Hugetanker]

REM is a band. Mainly 90's era.

 

[NismoFire]

Originally the post just said "Sounds like a REM" until he edited it. Sneaky, Ratt. And yes, it does, doesn't it? LoL.

 

[Timrich]

The sun is just at it's peak for solar storm activity. I wouldn't worry too much about it. It is on an eleven year cycle and this is the most active or peak time of that cycle.

 

[J Everett]

sounds like an REM song

Sounds to me more like what happens to kids on spring break when they drink too much crappy Mexican beer.




In all seriousness, Tim's right. It's cyclical and has happened before.I wouldn't worry about it too much. Though, cell phone use was not quite what it is now last time it peaked like this. We shall see what we shall see.

 

[Maxterra]

So long as it doesn't affect my lectricity, iphone, internet, vehicles, water, heat, beer, music, xterranation, I'm ok!

 

[idratherbe]

At least 3 different Doomsday prepping shows on TV now. I'm going to start digging for my bunker tomorrow.

 

[Maxterra]

I'm ready. Bring it!!!

 

[Maxterra]

Everytime this subject comes up, I cant help but think of the movie "Knowing" with Nic Cage.

No place is safe!

 

[Timrich]

Your X is safe...lol

 

[dhyde79]

interestingly, we're actually getting feedback that it is effecting cell service....

 

[Yellow07s]

interestingly, we're actually getting feedback that it is effecting cell service....

Wow...haven't heard anything about it up our way...but I am also off until Monday.

 

[RATTFINK]

i'm ready. Bring it!!!

lmfao!!

 

[NismoFire]

The higher latitudes are the ones experiencing the highest interruption of services.

 

[tommyboy]

i'm ready. Bring it!!!

lol!!!!!!!

 

[CMD]

Your X is safe...lol

Not really, our vehicles run off computers.. Computers that would be destroyed by a very strong EMP/CME..

 

[NismoFire]

Not really, our vehicles run off computers.. Computers that would be destroyed by a very strong EMP/CME..

This.


I miss my motorcycle.

 

[GoBUFFS]

interestingly, we're actually getting feedback that it is effecting cell service....

Funny thing; everyday around 1:30 I lose 3G for about 3 or 4 minutes. It happens like clockwork haha

 

[Timrich]

Not really, our vehicles run off computers.. Computers that would be destroyed by a very strong EMP/CME..

Thanks! Now I will go wrap my X in foil to block the EMP/CME... Maxterra has the right idea!

 

[CMD]

Or just the ECU, with foil and copper mesh..

 

[Timrich]

I guess I could build a small faraday cage but I think an X covered in foil would be way cooler...

Sent from my beer soaked mind...