Magnetic storm August 9: how to protect your health and what to expect.

Next Saturday, August 9, a G1 level magnetic storm will affect the Earth. This may cause minor disruptions in energy systems and a deterioration in well-being for weather-sensitive and elderly people.

According to information from Meteoprog, solar activity over the past day has been moderate. Five class C and two class M flares have been recorded, the strongest of which was M4.

Magnetic storms August 9

M-class flares are medium strength and can cause radio interference on the daytime side of the Earth, as well as minor solar radiation storms.

The forecast for August 9 indicates that the geomagnetic field will fluctuate from an unstable state to a strong storm. Solar activity will remain moderate, with a slight chance of an X-class flare.

Solar activity August 9

• Small geomagnetic storm — 25%;
• Large geomagnetic storm — 10%;
• M-class solar flare — 55%;
• X-class flare — 10%;
• Number of sunspots — 56.

How magnetic storms affect health

Magnetic storms can negatively affect human health, especially in at-risk groups. Warnings about such phenomena allow for timely responses and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

The main possible consequences of magnetic storms include worsening of the cardiovascular system performance, negative impact on the nervous system, sleep disturbances, decreased immunity, exacerbation of chronic diseases, increased fatigue and weakness.

Next Saturday, a G1 level magnetic storm is expected to affect the Earth, which may lead to minor disruptions in power systems and negatively impact the well-being of certain population groups. Fluctuations in the geomagnetic field and moderate solar activity with possible M-class flares on the Sun are forecasted.