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60% chance of hitting Earth: Scientists warn of another solar radiation storm

Goddard Space Flight Center Scientists have issued a warning about a looming solar radiation storm set to impact Earth this week, following last week's severe solar storms. Sun's intense magnetic activity has accelerated charged particles, leading to the formation of Parker Spiral structures that can redirect solar flares towards Earth which can disrupt satellite communications, pose radiation hazards to astronauts, and potentially interrupt power grids.